A GROUP OF PAINTED POTTERY FEMALE MUSICIANS Han Dynasty (4)

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A GROUP OF PAINTED POTTERY FEMALE MUSICIANS Han Dynasty Comprising: a standing figure dressed in an elegant flowing robe, the hands concealed beneath the voluminous sleeves to the front, accompanied by two kneeling figures, one poised to play a qin, the other playing a pipe, fitted box. The tallest 29cm (11 3/8in) high. (4). Footnotes: 漢彩繪樂俑一組 Thermoluminescence Analysis Report numbers C114k5 (the standing figure) and C114k6 (the pipe player) are consistent with the dating of this lot. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A GROUP OF PAINTED POTTERY FEMALE MUSICIANS Han Dynasty (4)

Lot 0702

Estimate £2,000-£3,000

Starting Bid

Secure

£2,000

Collector's Treasures: Asian Art

London, UNITED KINGDOM, United Kingdom

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