Chinese Ming Dynasty Gray Ceramic Horse's Head Roof Eve Tile

Description: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE "It is like clouds and mists passing before my eyes, or the songs of birds striking my ears. How could I help but derive joy from my contact with these things? But when they are gone, I think no more about them. In this way, these two things [painting and calligraphy] are a constant pleasure to me, but not an affliction." -- Su Tung-p'o, 11th century statesman, poet, and connoisseur, on collecting. Translation by James Cahill This horse statue has been in private collections in Asia for about 400 years and this is the first time it is being offered for sale in the United States. DETAILS Item: Horse Head Roof Eve Tile Dynasty: Ming DynastyMaterial: Grey ceramic Est. Date: c. 15th CenturyWeight: 14.7 oz. (418 gr.)Height 3.87"Width: 5.16"Depth: 1.94" Provenance: It was in a private collection in Luoyang, Jianxi, Henan, China and then an Ex private collection in Hong Kong. This scroll was purchased at auction and this is the first time it has been for sale in the United States. Condition: Top of horse's head, nose, and neck show signs of ancient damage. Earthen deposits on ceramic head. Please see photos and bid accordingly. Thank You for looking! Please examine the photos taken indoors carefully as they are part of the description. And please ask any questions before you buy. Thanks! Please ask any questions you may have before you bid! Thanks for Looking! Per e-Bay's rules, PayPal only please! All Sales are Final! THANKS! FREE SHIPPING cost includes Insurance and is accurate for all 50 United States. International buyers are responsible for all shipping and full insurance, plus any import taxes/duties your country may have.

Price: 3000 USD

Location: Sequim, Washington

End Time: 2024-11-29T00:37:13.000Z

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