Zhou Dynasty, 1046-256 BC. A ceramic figure of a standing soldier from the Zhou period, on an integral base; surviving pigmentation on the head, body, garments, shoes and base; hands clasped in front of the torso and pierced to accept a model weapon; the reverse is flat, with no features or decoration. 139 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). Property of a North London gentleman; acquired on the UK art market before 2000.