Ancient Chinese - Bronze vase with relief decoration - Ming dynasty (1348–1644)






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This Chinese Ming-dynasty bronze ritual gu vase, dating to the 17th century, features raised fantastic-animal and leiwen motifs and measures 26.9 cm high by 14.86 cm in diameter.
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Chinese ritual bronze gu-form vase from the Ming dynasty
Cornet-shaped vase with a widely flared neck. Decorated with fantastical animals, the bulging central section and the foot are adorned with raised chimera motifs against a leiwen background, on either side of four projecting ribs.
The trumpet-shaped upper section is cast with four flanges filled with archaic motifs. The central and lower sections feature highly complex backgrounds.
With a beautiful, rich, dark old patina.
China, late Ming period, 17th century
Height 26.9 cm – diameter 14.86 cm – excellent condition – minor restoration
Provenance: Belgium, Galerie D.V.C.
Previous provenance history: old private collection from Brabant
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Chinese ritual bronze gu-form vase from the Ming dynasty
Cornet-shaped vase with a widely flared neck. Decorated with fantastical animals, the bulging central section and the foot are adorned with raised chimera motifs against a leiwen background, on either side of four projecting ribs.
The trumpet-shaped upper section is cast with four flanges filled with archaic motifs. The central and lower sections feature highly complex backgrounds.
With a beautiful, rich, dark old patina.
China, late Ming period, 17th century
Height 26.9 cm – diameter 14.86 cm – excellent condition – minor restoration
Provenance: Belgium, Galerie D.V.C.
Previous provenance history: old private collection from Brabant
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural Goods Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the provenance.
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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.
