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Painted Pottery Figure of Musician, China, Tang Dynasty

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Painted Pottery Figure of Musician, China, Tang Dynasty

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Painted Pottery Figure of Musician, China, Tang Dynasty style, depicting a standing female holding musical instruments in both hands, traces of paint remaining, on wood stand, ht. 14 in.

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Condition: loss of color, surface wear and minor chips.

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Painted Pottery Figure of Musician, China, Tang Dynasty

Name: Painted Pottery Figure of Musician, China, Tang Dynasty
SKU: 26045135
Price: 5500 USD
Availability: InStock

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