Lot Essay
Compare the current vessel to a very similar hu-form wine vessel and cover, with comparable chain handle, sold at Christie's New York, 14-15 September 2017, lot 910.
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HAN DYNASTY (206 BC-220 AD)
Details
A BRONZE TRIPOD WINE VESSEL AND COVER, HU
HAN DYNASTY (206 BC-220 AD)
The vessel is supported on three short cabriole feet and is applied to the upper body with a pair of loop fittings linked to a chain handle. The surface is heavily encrusted with areas of malachite and azurite.
6 1/8 in. (15.6 cm.) high
HAN DYNASTY (206 BC-220 AD)
The vessel is supported on three short cabriole feet and is applied to the upper body with a pair of loop fittings linked to a chain handle. The surface is heavily encrusted with areas of malachite and azurite.
6 1/8 in. (15.6 cm.) high
Provenance
Acquired in London prior to 1986.
The Michael Michaels Collection of Early Chinese Art.
The Michael Michaels Collection of Early Chinese Art.
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