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Later Chinese Bronzes from the Collection of Ulrich
Hausmann
Hong Kong | 08 Oct 2014, 11:45 AM | HK0558

LOT 3389

A BRONZE LIBATION VESSEL, JUE
LATE MING DYNASTY

cast with deep rounded sides supported on three cabriole legs, each decorated with a
mythical beast mask at the top, the exterior with a pair of taotie masks against a leiwen
ground, the loop handle on one side issuing from a bovine head, all below a band
comprising 'T'-shaped symbols bordering the mouthrim formed by a spout and rounded
tail, all surmounted by a pair of vertical posts capped by baluster tops, the surface
patinated to a warm dark brown colour
8.6 cm., 3 3/8 in.
ESTIMATE 4,000-6,000 HKD
Lot Sold: 20,000 HKD

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