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Tang Dynasty Sancai Lokapala Guardian

Offered by: Art Peritus | Selects

Description
Oxford TL test accompanies.

Condition: Vertical hairline crack with reattached 1-in triangular break to front of base. Scattered loss (or.just unglazed surface) to lower perimeter of base. Scattered minor hairline firing cracks to verso. Scattered small concretions to glaze on back of upper body.

Provenance: an important Park Avenue collection.

Chinese Sancai glazed pottery figure of a Guardian is a protector of the deceased. This warrior dressed in armor with a fierce face and imposing position would accompany the dead into the next life. Only the wealthy could afford such sculptures at the time. The green, buff and chestnut sancai glaze is typical of these wares.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	Terracotta
Condition:	Fair. See description for full condition notes. Oxford TL test accompanies.
Creation Date:	Tang Dynasty (618 to 906)
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	18264
Incollect Reference #:	625649

Dimensions

W.	12 in;	H.	30.75 in;	D.	7.75 in;
W.	30.48 cm;	H.	78.11 cm;	D.	19.69 cm;

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Art Peritus | Selects is the latest venture for our 15-year-old Appraisal & Advisory firm. The clients we serve have a keen eye and discerning taste. Our exclusive access to their collections of fine and decorative arts, watches, jewelry, and collectibles, allow us to offer ‘selects’ of researched, vetted and quality pieces.