this large tomb model / burial object is a dense grey ceramic (terra cotta) with traces of pigment and hollow interior as revealed under the tail, the beast stands four-square and lifts its head, its face and body are realistically depicted and there are curvilinear designs (longevity symbols) on its flanks, this type of large animal with enomous presence is associated with tombs from the Sichuan Province in Western China, China, Han Dynasty, 206 BC to 221 AD
displayed in custom raised case with solid / opaque back, clear / transparent front, sides, and top
Provanance:
Arch Angel Antiques, Hong Kong,
bill of sale from February 1997, also Thermoluminescence Authenticity Test (dating) "proximate age is 2210 years"
appraisals from December 2000 and August 2006
MEASUREMENTS;
Ceramic Bull, 34.75" H x 43.5" W x 12.75" D
Display Case 72" H x 53.75" W x 22.5" D
