Chinese, Han Dynasty — Statuette of a rabbit — 206 B.C - 220 A.D

Chinese, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C - 220 A.D, Pottery, 143 mm x 134 mm x 310 mm Condition: Good condition. Includes Thermoluminescence test by QED Laboratoire (Reference QED2205/EC-0146). Documented provenance. Antikarts dossier with presentatio
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Detailed Description

Item: Statuette of a rabbit.

Culture: Chinese, Han Dynasty.

Dating: 206 B.C - 220 A.D.

Material: Pottery.

Dimensions: 143 mm x 134 mm x 310 mm.

Analysis & expertise

Record prepared for Antikarts from the photographs and technical information provided by the source.

Attributions and measurements are retained as cataloguing markers, without over-interpretation.

This entry is preserved in the Antikarts Museum as a documentary reference (no price displayed).

Characteristics

Item: Statuette of a rabbit

Material: Pottery

Culture: Chinese, Han Dynasty

Period: 206 B.C - 220 A.D

Dimensions: 143 mm x 134 mm x 310 mm

Condition: Good condition. Includes Thermoluminescence test by QED Laboratoire (Reference QED2205/EC-0146)

Historical context

Chinese dynasties of Late Antiquity and the early medieval period showcase refined craftsmanship, often connected to elite life, ritual contexts and cultural exchanges.

Attribution: Chinese, Han Dynasty. Dating indicated: 206 B.C - 220 A.D.

Cultural value

Preserved as a comparison anchor within the Antikarts corpus.

Primary value lies in typology, stated dating and the associated traceability trail.

Traceability & guarantees

Provenance (summary): Ex Hong Kong art dealer, acquired on the art market.

Documents cited: certificates / tests mentioned in the condition statement.

Record preserved in the Antikarts Museum as a documentary reference.

Archived source: https://www.yourantiquarian.com/product/chinese-statuette-of-a-rabbit/.

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Archaeological Identity Card

Material, chronological and cultural record for the object

Reference YA-8005
Period
Chinese, Han Dynasty
Date
206 B.C - 220 A.D
Diameter
143 mm x 134 mm x 310 mm
Other References
YA-8005
Condition
Good condition. Includes Thermoluminescence test by QED Laboratoire (Reference QED2205/EC-0146)
Provenance
Ex Hong Kong art dealer, acquired on the art market The Han dynasty was founded by Liu Bang (best known by his temple name, Gaozu), who assumed the title of emperor in 202 BCE. Eleven members of the Liu family followed in his place as effective emperors u