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Large Chinese-Tibetan Gilt Bronze 'Offering' temple vase & stand
Impressive, well cast with numerous examples of geometric engraving, applied cast …
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Large Chinese-Tibetan Gilt Bronze 'Offering' temple vase & stand
Impressive, well cast with numerous examples of geometric engraving, applied cast medallions and flowerheads. A unique feature of this vase is a continuous rim of skulls, the lower part with applied medallions representing buddhist treasures. Raised on an elongated reeded pedestal base. The underside of the vase has a honorary engraved Yongle style mark, not of the period.
Complete with a later carved and pierced hardwood stand.
The vase on the associated carved wood stand measures 25.5-Inches high with a 10-Inch diameter, 7.5-Inch diameter on the stand.
The vase alone measures 24.5-Inches high with a 10-Inch diameter, 6.5-Inch diameter of the base.
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- Dimensions
- 10ʺW × 10ʺD × 25.5ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. Good Wear consistent with age and use. less
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