Lot no. 2122
2 small bronze quadrangular covered vases, China, Han dynasty, with two taotie-shaped handles and ring, h. 18 cm, 600g and 780g (restorations) A similar vase, Han dynasty, sold at Bonhams, London, 9 May 2016, lot 333 2 quadrangular covered bronze small vases, China, Han dynasty, 18 cm high, 600g and 780g (restorations) A similar vase, dating from the Han dynasty, was sold at Bonhams, London, 9 May 2016, lot 333 一對漢代青銅小蓋方壺 高18厘米 重600克及780克 已經過修復 General surface wear Some deformation of the metal Many traces of verdigris Lots of rust Surface scratches Some dents Some nicks Abrasions to some parts (initial metal underlay visible) Missing rings on handles and lids Restorations Overall wear to the surfaces Some metal deformations Many verdigris traces Many rust traces Surface scratches Some knocks Some nicks Grazes to some areas (under-layer of the metal visible) Lacks of the rings of the handles and the covers Restorations A collection of antique bronzes
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06/17/2025
Offered by Piguet Hôtel des Ventes
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