TL-TESTED TWO COURTLY LADIES Lot n° 568

TL-TESTED TWO COURTLY LADIES Glazed ceramic with painting China, Northern Wei dynasty (385-535) A very rare type of Song-era, unglazed ceramic. The biscuit is strikingly light and was fired at a higher temperature than the usual Tang ceramics. Very static, straight posture that radiates a certain refinement. Distinctive painting limited only to the most important elements: dark hair, finely painted face, ribbons on the clothing. Dimensions: HEIGHTS 14.4 CM Condition: Good, age-related condition Provenance: Collection of Herbert Keuper, Germany