A Chinese Bronze Gilt Ram Head Rhyton Vessel, 44BX
Cast bronze rhyton drinking vessel modelled with a ram head forming the base, with prominent gilt decorated curved horns. The upward flaring horn-shaped cup is densely engraved with classic interlocking spiral and geometric leiwen patterns, supported by a flared pedestal foot. The bronze bears thick aged patina with blue-green encrustation, retaining substantial gilt accents on the horns and facial detailing. Height 16 cm (6 5/16 in.), width 11 cm (4 5/16 in.).
Condition
Items are sourced from an estate.This is a no-reserve auction.
Cast bronze rhyton drinking vessel modelled with a ram head forming the base, with prominent gilt decorated curved horns. The upward flaring horn-shaped cup is densely engraved with classic interlocking spiral and geometric leiwen patterns, supported by a flared pedestal foot. The bronze bears thick aged patina with blue-green encrustation, retaining substantial gilt accents on the horns and facial detailing. Height 16 cm (6 5/16 in.), width 11 cm (4 5/16 in.).
Condition
Items are sourced from an estate.This is a no-reserve auction.
