California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Sep. 14, 2013  Sep. 14, 2013

 Lot # 146 
AN ARCHAIC BRONZE SPLASH GOLD GARLIC HEAD VASE    戰國 青銅灑金蒜頭瓶


  • Dimension: H: 17 1/2 in (44.5 cm) Base: 5 1/2 in (13.4 cm)
  • Estimate From: $6000
  • Estimate To: $8000

Of compressed globular form, supported by a splayed foot ring, the body decorated with splashes of gold and circular patterns, extends to a thin long neck of similar design, surmounted by garlic form top. Han Dynasty period.