Large ritual vase in the shape of a wine vessel “ZUN” in archaic style, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 18th century. /19. Jh.
Bronze, patinated in shades of brown. Conical body with folded shoulder and widened funnel on a high, set foot. All with stylized relief decoration, masks of the mythical creature Taotie, banana leaf and bird patterns.
H x Dm. cca 38 x 28 cm, weight: approx. 9.9 kg
Provenance: Private collection of a family of manufacturers originally based in the eastern part of Germany with business contacts in Asia, owned by the family for over a hundred years.Show more
Condition
Signs of age and use. A small restoration at the foot.
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Fine Art and Antiques
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Bronze, patinated in shades of brown. Conical body with folded shoulder and widened funnel on a high, set foot. All with stylized relief decoration, masks of the mythical creature Taotie, banana leaf and bird patterns.
H x Dm. cca 38 x 28 cm, weight: approx. 9.9 kg
Provenance: Private collection of a family of manufacturers originally based in the eastern part of Germany with business contacts in Asia, owned by the family for over a hundred years.Show more
Condition
Signs of age and use. A small restoration at the foot.
Theme
Fine Art and Antiques