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Chinese Western Han Dynasty Bronze Garlic Head Vase, 206 BC - 25 AD
About the Item
A rare and attractive Chinese bronze "garlic head" vase with an encrusted patina, Western Han Dynasty, 206 BC - 25 AD, China.
Of classic form, the bronze vase is set on a short, splayed ring foot supporting a body of flattened globular form, rising to a tall, narrow neck, and surmounted by a six lobed "garlic head" mouth.
The bronze with an allover dark verdigris patina.
The body with one area of repair and stabilization, with associated patina loss. The near opposite side also with a small area of patina loss.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Diameter: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
- Style:Han (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:220 BC-25 AD
- Condition:Repaired: A stabilization repair to an area of damage to the body, as seen in photos. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Heavy encrusted patina. One area of stabilization repair and associated patina loss to the body. A smaller area of patina loss on the opposite side. Please see photos.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU894725952522
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