Letter of Authenticity for Pottery Statues

This item is a folded piece of aged paper, appearing to be a formal letter or certificate, dated '11th March '81'. The primary text states: 'This is to certify that these pottery statues have been taken from temples built in the CHING DYNASTIES.' Below this typed text, there is a handwritten signature in what appears to be black ink, although the specific characters are difficult to decipher clearly from the image provided. Further down on the document, a prominent, square-shaped black ink stamp or seal is visible. This seal features intricate Chinese characters arranged in a grid-like pattern, characteristic of traditional Chinese chops or seals used for official authentication. The paper itself shows signs of age and wear, including visible creases from folding, slight discoloration, and some minor tears or fraying along the edges, particularly towards the bottom right. There are a few small, dark specks on the paper that could be stains or dirt. The overall condition suggests that it is an older document, consistent with its dated claim. The context implies this document serves as a provenance or certification for accompanying pottery statues, suggesting their origin from temples constructed during the Qing (Ching) Dynasties, making it a crucial piece of supplementary information for antique or historical artifacts.