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Pair of Ming dynasty Glazed Roof Tiles
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Pre 1492 item# 286780 (stock# 1144)
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Griffin Gallery Ancient Art
tel.561-994-0811 fax.561-994-1855
PAIR: $16,000
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Pair of unusually large early Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)green and yellow glazed roof tiles in the shape of buddhistic lions. Mouths agape with finely fashioned teeth and tongue. Large eyes, intricately carved mane and tale. Wood stands included. Measure 19 1/2 inches high, 23 inches from nose to tail. Stands measure 6 inches high, 25 1/2 long, 12 1/2 wide. Ex: Ben and Roz Shepps collection, Florida. Lions weigh approximately 50lbs each. Perfect for indoor or outdoor display. Ex: Ben and Roz Shepps ...click for details
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Tang dynasty Camel and Foreign Rider
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Pre AD 1000 item# 195291 (stock# 1123)
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Griffin Gallery Ancient Art
tel.561-994-0811 fax.561-994-1855
$45,000
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A magnificent Tang Dynasty (618-907 A.D.) Camel and Foreign Rider. This is a very wonderful piece that expresses great motion. The camel stands four square on a plinth has head raised and mouth open with his tail swinging. The foreign rider is very detailed with pointed cap and beard with one arm raised. A small amount of the original paint remains on the camel. This piece is in excellent condition and measures 28 inches high and 21 inches from head to tail.
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