Asian Art Auction
Thu, Apr 28, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 36
Early Chinese Pottery Model of an Ox
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
possibly Han dynasty, standing four square, earthenware with polychrome decoration to face and back, 10-5/8 x 18 x 6 in.
Note: A thermoluminescence test completed by the Archeolabs in Chavagne, France accompanies this lot. The analysis conclusion states "The age of the last firing is concluded between 1800 and 2400 years."
Provenance: Private Georgia CollectionCondition
repairs and retouch to back legs, tip of horn, and tail, fugitive chalky surface likely later, decoration likely later, surface flaking, chips, and wear
