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LOT 322

Lot 322

A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century

A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
Lot 322 Details
A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century

The vessel well cast as a standing mythical bird carrying a gu-form vase decorated with intricate patterns and dragon roundels, all standing on an unusual shaped stand, the underside further cast with single-line six-character mark '笑花軒鑄之丐/巧' within a rectangular cartouche flanked by elephant-headed beasts
overall height 15.6 in — 39.5 cm

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $540
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • A Japanese Bronze Vase in the Form of an Archaistic Bird-Form Vessel, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century

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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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