Bronze Tripod Cup "jue", China, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Tripod "Jue" Cup, China, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).
This cup replicates the shape and motifs of the Jue ewers of the Shang Dynasty.
Resting on three blade-shaped feet, the body is decorated with archaic taotie masks and archaic friezes.
The handle is adorned with a bovine head on one side.
An inscription is visible in relief beneath the handle.
Bronze with a black patina oxidized to green.
Dimensions: 18 x 17 x 8 cm.
A piece is missing from the tip of the spout.
This cup replicates the shape and motifs of the Jue ewers of the Shang Dynasty.
Resting on three blade-shaped feet, the body is decorated with archaic taotie masks and archaic friezes.
The handle is adorned with a bovine head on one side.
An inscription is visible in relief beneath the handle.
Bronze with a black patina oxidized to green.
Dimensions: 18 x 17 x 8 cm.
A piece is missing from the tip of the spout.
1 200 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Some scratches and chips
Material: Bronze
Reference (ID): 1650733
Availability: In stock
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