Ancient Chinese

Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD) Height: 10 cm | Width: 15 cm Private Collection, Hong Kong A charming and highly decorative Chinese Han dynasty pottery chicken, finely modelled with a rounded body, raised neck, small pointed beak and fan-shaped tail. The wings and tail are detailed with incised feather lines, giving the figure a lively and naturalistic appearance. The surface retains extensive traces of its original polychrome decoration, with warm ochre, grey, white and reddish pigments still visible beneath attractive natural tomb encrustation. The preservation of the original painted surface gives the piece strong archaeological character and great visual appeal. The figure is in excellent overall condition. As is often seen with Han dynasty pottery animals, the original pottery legs were lost in the tomb. The present legs are later bronze replacements, made to support and display the figure correctly. Pottery animals such as this were made as mingqi, or spirit objects, and were placed in tombs to accompany the deceased into the afterlife. Chickens symbolized domestic prosperity, nourishment and abundance, reflecting the importance of farm animals in daily Han life. Comparable pottery chickens from the Han dynasty can be found in the collection of the Han Yangling Museum, the mausoleum museum of Emperor Jing of Han, where similar painted pottery animals were excavated from imperial tomb contexts. A beautiful and authentic Han dynasty pottery bird, with strong original polychromy, elegant form and excellent display presence. Perfect for collectors of early Chinese tomb pottery and Han dynasty art. Guarantee Guaranteed to be Han Dynasty, legally acquired and legal to buy and sell under all applicable cultural patrimony laws. A Certificate of Authenticity from Becker Antiques, Amsterdam (specialists in Chinese pottery since 1969), accompanies the piece. -Premium Authenticity Guarantee – Becker Antiques (Established 1966) This is a high-value artwork, selected with the utmost care by Becker Antiques, a gallery founded in 1966 and based in a historic five-storey mansion in Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter. Every premium piece we offer undergoes a rigorous authentication process based on nearly 60 years of specialist expertise. This includes: • Detailed stylistic and topological analysis • Assessment of condition, surface, and age-related characteristics • Comparative research with museum and literature examples We guarantee that this object is genuine, original, and exactly as described, with no modern, altered, or assembled elements unless clearly mentioned in the listing. Becker Antiques is trusted by museums, collectors, and institutions worldwide. Each premium item is chosen for its authenticity, historical integrity, and exceptional quality. For serious collectors or institutions wishing to receive additional documentation, we are always happy to assist. Shipping The figure will be professionally packed and dispatched within three working days, shipped by FedEx with full insurance.

Estimation:€1,400

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