Lot 1265. A painted grey pottery figure of an official, Northern Wei dynasty (AD 386-534); 15 in. (38 cm.) high. Estimate USD 4,000 - USD 6,000. Price realised USD 3,750. © Christie's Images Ltd 2013 

The well-modeled, standing figure is shown wearing a court cap and a breast-plate secured by a belt over a tunic with full sleeves which is worn over an undergarment and full pants tied below the knees. His hands are hidden within the sleeves and appear to rest atop a sheathed sword.

Provenance: R.H. Norton (1875-1953) Collection.
Beatrice Norton Richards (1920-2001) Collection, and thence by descent within the family.