Ancient Chinese Bronze Offering Vase - Han Dynasty 206 BC–220 AD - 15 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Description from the seller
Ritual offering steamer in bronze, Han dynasty 206 BC-220 AD
The steamer is formed of three parts: a bowl, a semi-covered cup, and an inverted bowl pierced with grill-like holes.
This steamer was used for cooking foods destined for offerings during ceremonies.
This type of liturgical object was among the first bronze cult utensils to be used in China.
It features a beautiful green and brown crusty patina.
Dimensions 15 x 14 x 14 cm
Origin: - Private collection in the south of France
A certificate of authenticity will be issued to the buyer.
Taxes and customs duties are included in the shipping costs for international shipments.
Ritual offering steamer in bronze, Han dynasty 206 BC-220 AD
The steamer is formed of three parts: a bowl, a semi-covered cup, and an inverted bowl pierced with grill-like holes.
This steamer was used for cooking foods destined for offerings during ceremonies.
This type of liturgical object was among the first bronze cult utensils to be used in China.
It features a beautiful green and brown crusty patina.
Dimensions 15 x 14 x 14 cm
Origin: - Private collection in the south of France
A certificate of authenticity will be issued to the buyer.
Taxes and customs duties are included in the shipping costs for international shipments.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/timeframe
Han Dynasty (206 B.C. - 220 A.D.)
Name of object
Offering Vase - Han Dynasty 206 BC–220 AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
15 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Width
14 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
14 cm
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Yes
Authenticity
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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.
