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862 (rubbing) Rubbing by Li Zhi (李穉拓)
SIX SMALL BRONZE SQUARE BELT ORNAMENTS
WARRING STATES PERIOD (475-221 BC)
Each slightly convex plaque is cast with two confronted taotie masks formed by
addorsed dragons, their heads facing outwards. There are tiny circular cells for
inlay, and a narrow vertical strap spans the reverse.
æ in. (2 cm.) square (each)
(6)
$3,000-5,000
PROVENANCE
Frank Caro, New York, 2 May 1989.
The Erwin Harris Collection, Miami, Florida.
戰國 青銅獸面紋帶飾六件
68 THE HARRIS COLLECTION:
IMPORTANT EARLY CHINESE ART
