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Chinese Bronze Scholar Vase with Taotie, Ming/Qing Dynasty, 17th century, China

About the Item

A small and interesting cast bronze archaistic scholar vase with loose ring handles and taotie mask design, late Ming or early Qing Dynasty, mid 17th century, China. The small vase of archaistic hu form, and cast with archaistic designs. Sitting on a tall splayed ring foot, the round body is cast with a large band featuring a ferocious taotie (ogre) mask. The taotie mask in this case id decidedly feline, with a ruyi shaped snout above a whiskered mouth. Two flanges stick out to either side of the mask, reminiscent of ears. A wide, tall neck rises from the body, terminating in a slightly everted mouth. The archaistic cast design on the neck is not as clear, but most likely represents Fusang, a mythical island in the Eastern Sea where the legendary Fusang tree grows. The Fusang tree, home to the mythical Sun Bird, is often associated with the Tree of Life. Attached to the neck are a pair of ear handles with loose rings. The handles and rings formed as braided coils. The bronze of a rich, deep brown color with a lacquer finish. The lacquer finish worn from handling, especially at the neck.

Dimensions:

Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)

Style:

Qing (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze,Cast,Lacquered

Place of Origin:

China

Period:

Mid-17th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1650

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. With natural wear to the lacquer finish. The foot rim with a small dent, as seen in photos.

Seller Location:

Austin, TX

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU894733737212

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