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An archaic bronze ritual food vessel and cover (Gui), — An archaic bronze ritual food vessel and cover (Gui), Early Spring and Autumn period

An archaic bronze ritual food vessel and cover (Gui),

An archaic bronze ritual food vessel and cover (Gui), Early Spring and Autumn period

An archaic bronze ritual vessel called a Gui with its original cover, dating to the Early Spring and Autumn period. This piece served ceremonial purposes in ancient Chinese religious and court rituals.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Online. Part I

May 10, 2023

Estimate: $5,000 – $7,000

Lot 48

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An archaic bronze ritual food vessel and cover (Gui),, An archaic bronze ritual food vessel and cover (Gui), Early Spring and Autumn period

An archaic bronze ritual vessel called a Gui with its original cover, dating to the Early Spring and Autumn period. This piece served ceremonial purposes in ancient Chinese religious and court rituals.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Ceremonial, Gui Vessel, Archaic Bronze, Ritual Ware, Ancient Art, Spring And Autumn Period, Food Vessel, Chinese Bronze