Ancient Chinese Bronze Mirror - lobed like a flower - 10 cm (No reserve price)
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Bronze mirror lobed like a flower from Ancient Chinese culture, Song Dynasty (ca. 960–1127 AD), about 10 × 10 cm, acquired in 1980 from the United Kingdom from a private collection, with provenance indicating continuous private ownership since the 1990s.
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Letter of Provenance
This document serves as a statement of provenance for the item described.
The mentioned item has been in the possession of the family of a private collector since the 1990s. It was legally acquired at that time and has remained in private ownership through successive generations.
To the best of our knowledge, the item has not been subject to any legal dispute, claim, or restriction. It remains in compliance with all applicable laws governing ownership and transfer.
This statement is issued in good faith and affirms the continuous and legitimate chain of ownership since its acquisition.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as analysis of metals(XRF-test) have been conducted
Letter of Provenance
This document serves as a statement of provenance for the item described.
The mentioned item has been in the possession of the family of a private collector since the 1990s. It was legally acquired at that time and has remained in private ownership through successive generations.
To the best of our knowledge, the item has not been subject to any legal dispute, claim, or restriction. It remains in compliance with all applicable laws governing ownership and transfer.
This statement is issued in good faith and affirms the continuous and legitimate chain of ownership since its acquisition.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as analysis of metals(XRF-test) have been conducted
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/ Timeframe
Song Dynasty 960~1127AD most probably
Name of object
Mirror - lobed like a flower
Acquired from
Inherited
Year acquired
1980
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
10 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
10 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
