Asian Art Auction

December 01, 2014

LOT 266

Lot 266

Bronze Faceted Vase, Hu, Han Dynasty

Bronze Faceted Vase, Hu, Han Dynasty
Lot 266 Details
Bronze Faceted Vase, Hu, Han Dynasty

Supported on a tall square foot with a pair of monster-head ring handles on two sides of the bulging body left smooth and undecorated
height 16.1" — 41 cm.
131.2 oz. — 4081 grams

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $2,460
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Bronze Faceted Vase, Hu, Han Dynasty
  • Bronze Faceted Vase, Hu, Han Dynasty
Provenance:

Chinese Archaic Bronzes from the Estate of Victor Topper, Toronto (Lots 263-267)

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 266
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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