Chinese Northern Wei Dynasty Terracotta - 386-534 AD

Size: Height 33cm, weight 3.8kg - restored

An interesting Chinese Northern Wei grey terracotta tile with a nicely carved depiction of the Buddha in a seated position with Abhaya Mudra - a gesture of reassurance, blessing and protection.

Object history: Acquired from a UK Auction House, it was previously the property of a North London gentleman acquired on the UK/European art market before 2000. 

Object literature: The Northern Wei was a Chinese dynasty which ruled Northern China from 386 to 534 AD. The Northern Wei dynasty is particularly noted for unifying Northern China in 439; this was also a period when foreign ideas were being introduced, such as Buddhism, which became firmly established. Northern Wei sculpture, represents the first major Buddhist influence on Chinese art. 

This item comes with a free professional and custom made stand and a professional certification of authenticity.