A Chinese Openwork Bronze Dragon Circular Plaque, 38BT
Cast bronze with turquoise-green patina and earthy surface encrustation. The circular plaque is executed in openwork pierced relief. Four intertwined dragon heads and serpentine bodies encircle a central four-lobed floral motif. The reverse is flat with corresponding cut-out perforations. Comparanda include Chinese bronze openwork belt and harness plaques, with related examples preserved in museum collections. Likely serving as a harness or fitting ornament. Height 6 cm (2 3/8 in.), width 6 cm (2 3/8 in.).
Condition
Items are sourced from an estate.This is a no-reserve auction.
Cast bronze with turquoise-green patina and earthy surface encrustation. The circular plaque is executed in openwork pierced relief. Four intertwined dragon heads and serpentine bodies encircle a central four-lobed floral motif. The reverse is flat with corresponding cut-out perforations. Comparanda include Chinese bronze openwork belt and harness plaques, with related examples preserved in museum collections. Likely serving as a harness or fitting ornament. Height 6 cm (2 3/8 in.), width 6 cm (2 3/8 in.).
Condition
Items are sourced from an estate.This is a no-reserve auction.
