A Set of Ten Chinese Archaistic Bronze Vessels

Lot: 5165

Comprising three tripod censers (Ding), each flanked by two upright loop handles three bombe-form food vessels (Gui and Yu) a pair of covered wine vessels (Hu), each adorned with a pair of stylized dragon handles on the shoulders a covered wine vessel topped with a bird, and a dish-shaped tripod vessel, also flanked by a pair of loop handles on the rim. Each piece is cast in low relief with archaistic patterns and features an olive and brown patina with areas of encrustation.
Largest width 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm).
Condition: Wear commensurate with age. Ask the Asian Art Department for more information.

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