California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Apr. 18, 2015  Apr. 18, 2015

 Lot # 5471 
A BRONZE RITUAL WINE VESSEL, GU    青銅活環觚帶銘文


  • Dimension: Height: 12 1/2 in (31.7 cm)
  • Estimate From: $500
  • Estimate To: $800

Of rounded section and trumpet-shaped, the upper and lower section is cast with theree bands of stylized scrolling mythical beast motif separated by raised flanges, and suspended with loose rings issuing from animal head motif. The mid-section bears a lengthy thirty-four character inscriptions. The bronze is of mottled green and grey patina.