Old man figure - China, Tang dynasty, 618-906 AD.
Polychrome terracotta.
Thermoluminescence certificate is attached.
Measurements: 44 x 12 x 9 cm.
Figure of an old man, made of polychrome terracotta, probably with the usual slips of the time (cold applied), which could have been part of the funerary trousseau of a prominent member of the Tang dynasty. It stands out for the naturalistic way in which the artist has portrayed it, capturing the face in detail. The Tang dynasty is considered by historians to be a period of splendor of Chinese civilization, equal to or even superior to the Han period. Emerging after a period of despotism under the cruel Yang Di, it was established by Li Shimin who, out of filial piety, He put his father on the throne before assuming the role of emperor and founding the Tang Dynasty.

Condition: Excellent state of conservation. Earthy deposits on the surface.

Provenance: M. L. F. Private Collection, Madrid. Purchased from an antique dealer in Hong Kong.

Notes: The piece includes a Spanish Export License (Passport for the European Union), at the time of sale it is requested in the name of the buyer, the process takes 2 to 4 weeks. - If the piece is destined for outside the European Union, a replacement of the export permit will be requested. This procedure entails fees that the buyer must pay during the application process. This process can take 4 to 6 weeks. SHIPPED WITH INSURANCE
The transportation price is estimated and ultimately depends on the type of packaging, size and weight of the boxes. The buyer will be informed of the final shipping price and will be asked for the difference or paid the difference.
Important: If the piece travels to Asia, transportation costs may vary significantly due to the current situation.

Important information. The seller guarantees that he has the right to ship this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits are processed.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if it takes more than a few days.

Seller's Story

Galería Fuentenebro emerged in 2018 to combine ancient art and contemporary art with a selection of high-quality works in a single space. Created by art experts with more than fifteen years of experience specialized in Archaeology, Antiquities of the s. XX and in the last great styles of the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and Art Decó. In 2019 he creates a space in Madrid combining masterpieces from different eras in a single eclectic and different space. We search and select the best pieces to introduce the international market trends in Spain.
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Old man figure - China, Tang dynasty, 618-906 AD.
Polychrome terracotta.
Thermoluminescence certificate is attached.
Measurements: 44 x 12 x 9 cm.
Figure of an old man, made of polychrome terracotta, probably with the usual slips of the time (cold applied), which could have been part of the funerary trousseau of a prominent member of the Tang dynasty. It stands out for the naturalistic way in which the artist has portrayed it, capturing the face in detail. The Tang dynasty is considered by historians to be a period of splendor of Chinese civilization, equal to or even superior to the Han period. Emerging after a period of despotism under the cruel Yang Di, it was established by Li Shimin who, out of filial piety, He put his father on the throne before assuming the role of emperor and founding the Tang Dynasty.

Condition: Excellent state of conservation. Earthy deposits on the surface.

Provenance: M. L. F. Private Collection, Madrid. Purchased from an antique dealer in Hong Kong.

Notes: The piece includes a Spanish Export License (Passport for the European Union), at the time of sale it is requested in the name of the buyer, the process takes 2 to 4 weeks. - If the piece is destined for outside the European Union, a replacement of the export permit will be requested. This procedure entails fees that the buyer must pay during the application process. This process can take 4 to 6 weeks. SHIPPED WITH INSURANCE
The transportation price is estimated and ultimately depends on the type of packaging, size and weight of the boxes. The buyer will be informed of the final shipping price and will be asked for the difference or paid the difference.
Important: If the piece travels to Asia, transportation costs may vary significantly due to the current situation.

Important information. The seller guarantees that he has the right to ship this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits are processed.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if it takes more than a few days.

Seller's Story

Galería Fuentenebro emerged in 2018 to combine ancient art and contemporary art with a selection of high-quality works in a single space. Created by art experts with more than fifteen years of experience specialized in Archaeology, Antiquities of the s. XX and in the last great styles of the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and Art Decó. In 2019 he creates a space in Madrid combining masterpieces from different eras in a single eclectic and different space. We search and select the best pieces to introduce the international market trends in Spain.
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Culture
Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty
Name of object
Huge Elder figure - Thermoluminescence Qed Laboratoire
Century/ Timeframe
618-906 d.C.
Provenance
Gallery/ Antique Dealer
Country of Origin
Ancient Chinese
Material
Terracotta
Condition
Excellent
Height
44 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
9 cm

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Object is beautiful and in good condition Thank you

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Received my parcel in great condition. Very well taken care of. Thank you!

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Très bel objet, livré dans l'appartement, parfait

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A embalagem era desadequada porque não garantiu a preservação da peça. Verficou-se a quebra de uma parte da peça.

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15 reviews (4 in last 12 months)
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Object is beautiful and in good condition Thank you

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