A Japanese Bronze Mimikuchi ('Ear-Mouth') Vase
A Japanese Bronze Mimikuchi ('Ear-Mouth') Vase, Edo/Meiji Period
Of stylized form, cast with archaistic patterns including a pair of spirals on the body and large handles flanking the sides imitating Chinese Han dynasty pottery amphorae, 12 x 15.4 in — 30.5 x 39 cm
Note:
For similar examples, see Bonhams London, November 7, 2019, lot 212; and Christie's London, November 21, 2016, lot 140
Estimate: $1,000—1,500
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A Japanese Bronze Mimikuchi ('Ear-Mouth') Vase, Edo/Meiji Period
Of stylized form, cast with archaistic patterns including a pair of spirals on the body and large handles flanking the sides imitating Chinese Han dynasty pottery amphorae, 12 x 15.4 in — 30.5 x 39 cm
Note:
For similar examples, see Bonhams London, November 7, 2019, lot 212; and Christie's London, November 21, 2016, lot 140
Estimate: $1,000—1,500
