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Gate Pillar, Han Dynasty(206BC-220AD)

$7,980per set
£6,044.11per set
€6,941.45per set
CA$11,182.59per set
A$12,157.73per set
CHF 6,446.04per set
MX$145,740.35per set
NOK 81,925.89per set
SEK 75,055.25per set
DKK 51,878.55per set

About the Item

The Han Dynasty gate pillar held by the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco and this gate pillar are the only known examples of their type worldwide, highlighting its extraordinary rarity. Acquired in the 1990s in Hong Kong, this piece was acquired alongside the large green-glazed watchtower in our gallery’s collection and may possibly have been part of the watchtower. The two pillars with overhanging roofs are intricately molded with representations of a phoenix and a guard. Period : Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD) Medium : Green glazed pottery Provenance : The piece was acquired in Hong Kong in late 1990s. Condition : Good (Chips on each pillars) Reference : Asian Art Museum San Francisco - Object numberB60P2054 - Gate pillar (Type : Highly related) * Han Dynasty Pottery Han Dynasty pottery, originating from one of China's most significant historical periods (202 BCE – 220 CE), is renowned for its technological and artistic achievements in ceramic production. These artifacts typically feature a distinctive green glaze, although other colors were also used. The pottery often includes intricate decorative motifs, such as animals, mythological figures, and geometric patterns. The craftsmanship during the Han Dynasty was advanced, with pottery techniques that were innovative for the time. These pieces were not only utilitarian but also held ceremonial and symbolic significance. The shapes and designs of Han Dynasty pottery vary, including items like urns, vases, and figures, reflecting both the daily life and the spiritual beliefs of the period
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Diameter: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Han (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    206BC-220AD
  • Condition:
    Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    seoul, KR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9577242278292

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