Rare Northern Wei Horse & Rider

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Rare Northern Wei Horse & Rider Allen's Antiques Ltd 10 DAY AUCTION DESCRIPTION: A superb ancient Chinese pottery model of a horse and rider (cavalryman), dating to the Northern Wei dynasty, circa 1500 years ago. Standing on a retangular plinth, the white painted horse has black painted reins and harness. The rider is wearing a long sleeved robe and red painted shoulder length headwear. He is twisted to his left, arms raised as if holding a spear. The hole in his left thigh would have supported a weapon made of wood and since rotted away. Size: 285mm (11.4 inches) High Condition: Some expected wear, degradation, minor losses, abrasions, and restoration, as a consequence of extended burial and subsequent cleaning. Please view images carefully. Dating: Han Dynasty (206 B.C to 220 A.D.) Comment: A rare find. Ref: 1681/11/7 POSTAGE/DELIVERY ESTIMATES: The following are estimates of postage or delivery costs to the U.S.A ., China , and Asia , inclusive of packaging materials bought for the purpose. For other countries, rates may vary up to 40% : Economy Post: ( 15 Business Days ). Cost $US Not Recommended Air Post: ( 8 Business days ). Cost $US75.00 (Not Recommended) United Parcel Service: ( 3 Business Days ). Cost $US120.00 NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE BUYERS: We wish all of our sales to be successfully & pleasantly concluded, read more

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