Ancient Chinese Terracotta Painted Northern Wei Buddhist Tile - 330mm height

C. 386 - 534 AD A ceramic rectangular brick decorated to the centre with a high relief image of seated Buddha. It was during the Northern Wei dynasty that Buddhism was introduced to China. An introduction which rooted itself firmly in the cultural fabric of China. Over 30,000 Buddhist images dating from the Northern Wei dynasty have been found to date Damaged corners with surface deposits otherwise good clear detail and colour. Recarved Size: 330mm height Provenance; The seller of this lot hereby guarantees that this object was obtained legally. Purchased by the current owner in 2020 from Ex North London gentleman collection from 1980's-1990's. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days Proud to be BNTA and ADA members and as such abide by their strict code of ethics. All items offered are AUTHENTIC and unconditionally GUARANTEED to be GENUINE.