Archaic bronze vase with relief reliefs, Qing dynasty

A bronze vase in the form of a vase with a broken neck and mouth, an almost spherical body supported on an open, openwork foot. Around it are decorative rings or borders with archaic geometric and petal motifs, as well as grooves in the centre. Narrow rectangles protrude vertically like handles. The shape is reminiscent of ancient bronzes between a 'ding' and a 'zun'. It shows patina and wear typical of antiquity.

Height: 24.70 cm; Diameter: 10.30 cm; Weight: 1.70 kg

Provenance:

European private collection, Italy, Carbone family.