Description AN ARCHAISTIC BRONZE VESSEL, MING China, 17th century or earlier. The bulbous vessel with three horizontal leiwen bands in light relief. Four handles cast as taotie masks, two in loop shape and two with added bronze rings. Datation 17th century or earlier Weigth 4.1 KG Condition Extensive corrosion throughout with a few small perforations and losses. Provenance First British private collection after luxembourg collection video https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/6z8qi3rgw2v3icvd0g70h/AKMbAekFpoC_aM_L6SlSjNE?rlkey=fz1qnvb19sndfceeoa5yxmfgo&dl=0