A PAIR OF ARCHAISTIC GILT BRONZE RING-HANDLES
A PAIR OF ARCHAISTIC GILT BRONZE TAOTIE-MASK RING-HANDLES
China, Ming dynasty (15th-16th century). The pair of taotie-mask ring-handles was once part of an archaistic vessel. Attached to a wood panel and with inscription to the backside.
Condition: With signs of erosion, worn gilding and areas of malachite green.
Provenance: Old German private collection.
Weight: 88 g
Dimensions: Length 6 cm each
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A PAIR OF ARCHAISTIC GILT BRONZE TAOTIE-MASK RING-HANDLES
China, Ming dynasty (15th-16th century). The pair of taotie-mask ring-handles was once part of an archaistic vessel. Attached to a wood panel and with inscription to the backside.
Condition: With signs of erosion, worn gilding and areas of malachite green.
Provenance: Old German private collection.
Weight: 88 g
Dimensions: Length 6 cm each
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