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FS18: Two Day Fine Art Sale

A Chinese Bronze Ritual Libation Vessel

Auction Lot FS18/689

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A Chinese Bronze Ritual Libation Vessel (FS18/689) offered in our Two Day Fine Art Sale starting on 24th April 2013 at our salerooms in Exeter, Devon.

Lot Description

A Chinese bronze ritual libation vessel, in archaic style with pointed spout and two finials, the body cast with a band of taotie masks, scrolls and geometric patterns, on tall tripod legs, Qianlong seal mark and probably of the period, 17cm high.

Price Realised

£6,200

VAT

VAT on Buyer's Premium

Department

Works of Art & Clocks

Fine Art Category

Chinese Metal Wares

Sale Information

FS18: Two Day Fine Art Sale
Wednesday, 24th April 2013
Thursday, 25th April 2013

Okehampton Street, Exeter

This lot will be sold after 12:30pm on Thursday, 25th April 2013 as part of the Works of Art and Clocks section of the sale.

Contact

For more information about this particular auction lot, please contact:-

Martin McIlroy

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