Lot 848. A russet-painted black-glazed pillow, Northern Song dynasty-Jin dynasty, 12th century; 7 3/8 in. (18.8 cm.) long, cloth box. Estimate USD 12,000 – USD 18,000. Price Realised USD 12,600. © Christie's 2023

Of elongated octagonal form, the waisted pillow is molded on the lower portion with recessed panels between petal lappet borders interrupted by columns at the angles and two figures at the back. The slightly concave top is painted in iron-rust brown with a feathery floral motif. The flat base is pierced with two vent holes.

Provenance: J. J. Lally & Co., New York, no. 4852.

Christie's. J. J. Lally & Co., New York, 23.03.2023