Page 9 - Dreweatts May 19, 2015 Chinese and Asian Works of Art, Good section on late Chinese Bronzes

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A bronze model of a tiger, Warring States-Western Han style, powerfully cast, prowling forward with raised
head, quasi-triangular ears, eyes alert and pug-nosed snout that enhances the visual effect of its wide open
mouth, ferociously baring its teeth, in an aggressive attitude, inlaid with gold and silver designs of clouds,
spirals, geometrical and fur-like patterns, all on a rich background of maroon-patinated bronze, the neck
incised with two character inscription, 13.2cm long, with a 19th century hardwood collector’s fitted box

仿战国西汉 错金银青铜石虎形

£3,000-5,000

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