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LOT 20

Lot 20

A Bronze Ritual Wine Vessel, Hu, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)

A Bronze Ritual Wine Vessel, Hu, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)
Lot 20 Details
A Bronze Ritual Wine Vessel, Hu, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)

汉 青铜双耳壶

Of classical hu form, cast with multiple raised bands across the body and applied with mask handles, demonstrating a rich patina of various green and blue-grey hues
height 11.7 in — 29.6 cm

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $4,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Bronze Ritual Wine Vessel, Hu, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)
  • A Bronze Ritual Wine Vessel, Hu, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)
  • A Bronze Ritual Wine Vessel, Hu, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)
  • A Bronze Ritual Wine Vessel, Hu, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)
Provenance:

C.C. Lai Antiques, Toronto
涞源:C.C. Lai Antiques, 多伦多

Note:

For a similar example, see Bonhams New York, September 9, 2019, lot 833

Bonhams New York, September 9, 2019, lot 833
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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