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An archaic bronze ritual pouring vessel, he, — 東周 青銅鳥首盉

An archaic bronze ritual pouring vessel, he,

東周 青銅鳥首盉

This archaic bronze ritual pouring vessel from the Zhou Dynasty, titled '東周 青銅鳥首盉', represents ancient Chinese craftsmanship. The vessel's bird-head design exemplifies the sophisticated artistic traditions of classical Chinese bronze work.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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HOTUNG | 何東 The Personal Collection of the late Sir Joseph Hotung: Part 1 | Day

October 9, 2022

Estimate: $200,000 – $300,000

Lot 189

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An archaic bronze ritual pouring vessel, he,, 東周 青銅鳥首盉

This archaic bronze ritual pouring vessel from the Zhou Dynasty, titled '東周 青銅鳥首盉', represents ancient Chinese craftsmanship. The vessel's bird-head design exemplifies the sophisticated artistic traditions of classical Chinese bronze work.

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

Related themes

Ceremonial, Animal Form, Bronze, Gold And Bronze, Bird, Eastern Zhou, Ritual Vessel, Archaic, Historical, Decorative, Earthenware, Ornamental, Ancient, Chinese