California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Mar. 16, 2013  Mar. 16, 2013

 Lot # 256 
AN ARCHAIC BRONZE RITUAL TRIPOD FOOD VESSEL (DING)    漢 青銅鼎


  • Dimension: W: 6 in (15 cm), H: 7 1/2 in (19 cm)
  • Estimate From: $3800
  • Estimate To: $5800

The Ding is of rounded form with very slight S-form profile, swollen lower section, a pair of upright U-form handles to each side of the everted rim, all supported on three tall columnar legs. Han Dynasty period.