The Estate of Peter H. Tillou | Day 1
Thu, Sep 29, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 233
Early Chinese Pottery Tomb Guardian Figure
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
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 |
Song dynasty or style, molded pottery [zhenmushou] earth spirit figure holding a snake, 24-3/4 x 16 x 4-3/4 in. [Asian Ceramics]
Note: Accompanied by thermoluminescence test from Daybreak Archaeometric Laboratory Services dated 9/12/03 stating the piece was last fired between 1060-230 years ago.
Provenance: The Estate of Peter H. Tillou, Litchfield, Connecticut
Condition
surface dirt and accretion, scattered remnants of red pigment throughout, one flame element with break and repair
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