A molded pottery mortuary figure of a demon - China, Han Dynasty

The creature with huge ears and short horns framing a wide grimacing face molded standing as it holds a snake in one hand and an axe in the other, the surfaces covered with extensive burial earth (repaired); attached to a metal display stand. 39 3/4in (101cm) high overall - Estimate: $4,000 - 6,000 - Unsold.

Bonhams. Fine Asian Works of Art, 18 Dec 2007. 220 San Bruno Avenue, San Francisco, California