Ancient Chinese - Bronze fish - Zhou Dynasty - 1st millennium BCE. (No reserve price)
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Bronze fish from the Zhou Dynasty of the 1st millennium BCE, in good condition with a fine patina; length 3.6 cm and width 1.8 cm.
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Description from the seller
Rare ornament representing a stylized bronze fish attributed to the Zhou Dynasty.
The fish has an elongated and flattened body, lateral fins and a flared tail. A small circular perforation is visible at the level of the head, probably intended for hanging or for affixing the object
China, Zhou Dynasty, 1st millennium BCE.
Very good condition. Nice patina. cm
Dimensions: Length 3.6 cm - width 1.8 cm
Provenance information: France, Galerie P.S.A.
Previous provenance history: former private collection assembled in the 1980s.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement viewed by Catawiki.
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateRare ornament representing a stylized bronze fish attributed to the Zhou Dynasty.
The fish has an elongated and flattened body, lateral fins and a flared tail. A small circular perforation is visible at the level of the head, probably intended for hanging or for affixing the object
China, Zhou Dynasty, 1st millennium BCE.
Very good condition. Nice patina. cm
Dimensions: Length 3.6 cm - width 1.8 cm
Provenance information: France, Galerie P.S.A.
Previous provenance history: former private collection assembled in the 1980s.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are sent with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/timeframe
1er millénaire avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze fish - Zhou Dynasty - 1st millennium BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2017
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
