Han Dynasty Attendant
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Description
A rare and Early Han Dynasty Attendant.
Attendants of this type, thought to be servants for the deceased, have been excavated from burial pits near the Western Han capital of Chang’an (modern Xi’an). This example of early Han ceramic sculpture depicting the human form represents a tradition of funerary sculpture production related to the Qin dynasty (221–206 b.c.) terracotta warrior figures found at the First Emperor’s tomb also near Xi’an.
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Christies March 2016
A VERY RARE LARGE PAINTED GREY POTTERY FIGURE OF A FEMALE ATTENDANT
WESTERN HAN DYNASTY (206 BC-AD 8)
Price realised
USD 50,000
Offered by J R Richards
Los Angeles. Ancient & Antique Contemporary Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and African Ceramics and Pottery. -
More Information
Origin: China Period: Pre 18th Century Materials: terracotta Condition: Good. natural age related wear Creation Date: 206 B.C.-220 A.D. Styles / Movements: Asian, Traditional, Ancient Art Patterns: Asian/Oriental, Traditional Incollect Reference #: 595620 -
Dimensions
W. 6 in; H. 20 in; D. 4 in; W. 15.24 cm; H. 50.8 cm; D. 10.16 cm;
Message from Seller:
J R Richards has over 23 years of experience in the Ceramic Arts, specializing in Ancient and Contemporary Asian Ceramics, with a focus on Chinese, Japanese, and Korean pottery. Based in Los Angeles, J R Richards curates rare and high-quality pieces for discerning collectors and interior designers, showcasing them at major art fairs such as the San Francisco Fall Antiques Show and New York Asia Week. | joey@joeyrichards.com