Bidspirit auction | Archaistic Bronze-Style Vase with Pierced

Archaistic Bronze-Style Vase with Pierced Handles - Japanese metal vase of archaistic form, with a rounded body, tall, flared neck, paired pierced side handles and an octagonal foot. A raised band of scrolling relief ornament encircles the shoulder of the body. The dark, variegated surface has a weathered patina with greenish and reddish areas. The vessel appears to be cast metal, possibly bronze; DIMENSIONS: Height 13 inch / 33 cm Diameter: 7.50 inch / 19 cm Shipping: Basel Auction House will refer local third-party USA and international shippers. Purchase pick up available upon request. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Basel Auction House shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. It is the Buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and deem their own opinions on Condition, Description, Provenance, and Validity before purchasing. Please make an appointment to preview the item. REMEMBER ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE IS