Lot 213 , A Chinese gold and silver inlaid bronze figure of a tapir, Han dynasty or later, L. 12cm, excluding hardwood stand and fitted box

A Chinese gold and silver inlaid bronze figure of a tapir, Han dynasty or later, L. 12cm, excluding hardwood stand and fitted box
Estimate £800-1,200

There minor casting imperfections and pitting to the surface of the figure. There are areas of green patina and green wax to the surface, Otherwise in reasonable condition. The sliding cover of the box has detached edge pieces which require re-glueing.


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