Lot 709. A black stone figure of a buffalo, Liao-Song dynasty (AD 907-1279); 2 1⁄4 in. (5.6 cm.) long. Estimate USD 4,000 - USD 6,000. Price realised USD 15,120. © Christie's 2022

The buffalo is shown in a recumbent position with its legs tucked underneath and head turned to one side. The figure has a bull-nose perforation on the underside for suspension. 

Provenance: Galaxie Art (B. K. Wong), Hong Kong, 30 October 1985.

Christie's. Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, New York, 25 march 2022