Large Authentic Tang Sculpture of a Lokapala ca. 618 to 207 CE w/ TL Test and provenance 16 5/8" former Barakat Gallery! Buddhist Guardian
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Large Authentic Tang Sculpture of a Lokapala ca. 618 to 207 CE w/ TL Test and provenance 16 5/8" former Barakat Gallery! Buddhist Guardian

$5,700.00
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Striking authentic (TL test, COA and Provenance included) Chinese Tang Dynasty, ca. 618 to 207 CE Lokapala / Guardian Figure. This large Lokapala-Buddhist warrior deity that served a mortuary role of "Protector of the Burial Vault". Looking at his stern face and gazing into his fierce eyes, weunderstand why such works were intended to frighten away evil spirits. He stands triumphantly upon a recumbent ox with menacing expression. Warrior is adorned with elaborate armor and robe and pair of spherical ornaments that rest on his shoulder above a pair of dragon heads shoulder pads. Tang Dynasty artifact still retains pigment/ painting of white, black, and vermillion red hues. Size: 6.875" W x 16.625" H (17.46 cm x 42.22 cm ).Comes with TL (THERMOLUMINESCENCE) Test as verification that piece has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. Also will provide certificate of authenticity from well respected gallery (where it was purchased) that deals in Antiquities.-Further Provenance: B

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