California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Sept 07, 2014  Sept 07, 2014

 Lot # 3215 
A BRONZE WINE VESSEL    西周 青銅觶容器


  • Dimension: H: 5 in (12.7 cm) W: 3 3/4 in (9.6 cm)
  • Estimate From: $8000
  • Estimate To: $10000

Of pear-shaped, the body is crisply cast carved in relief with a band of stylized mythical beasts between narrow raised borders. The bottom is cast with a similar band. The patina is mottled green with malachite encrustation. Western Zhou Dynasty period.