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Lot 6003
A Chinese Archaic Bronze Hu Wine Vessel
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Likely Han dynasty (206 BC-220 AD), ovoid body raised on a slightly flared foot, cast with concentric key ground divided by smooth bands, the shoulder is flanked by mask and ring handles with rings flank the two sides.

19 in.

The Historic Chinqua Penn Auction, Apr 25, 2012.

Extensive repairs; foot has been repaired and soldered; scattered nicks and losses.