Bidspirit auction | CHINESE BRONZE 'ARCHAISTIC' CEREMONIAL LARGE

CHINESE BRONZE 'ARCHAISTIC' CEREMONIAL LARGE BOWL, GUI, CHINA, PROBABLY MING DYNASTY - CHINESE BRONZE ANTIQUE CEREMONIAL LARGE BOWL, GUI, CHINA, PROBABLY MING DYNASTY The interior of the pan with inscription in an archaic form of Chinese script, which could be indicative of its use or the identity of its owner. The script is arranged in columns and is a key feature of the vessel, suggesting that it may have been used for ceremonial purposes or as a dedication. The exterior of the pan is decorated with a geometric pattern, which is typical of ancient Chinese bronze ware. This pattern includes repeating motifs known as ”leiwen, ” which are common in Chinese bronzes from the Shang and Zhou dynasties. 5 1/4 x 17 x 14 in. SHIPPING: Collective HUDSON does NOT offer in-house shipping. For a list of shippers, please  click here . We have a few shippers who operate on the east coast with competitive pricing: Andrew Prial, Paul Bzwadka, and Joe Garden. These names are listed on our site. All items are sold  as is . Conditions of the items are generally commensurate with age and use. Please examine the photos carefully and do not hesitate to ask questions. You are also welcome to visit us from  Wednesday to Sunday, 11 AM to 4 PM , by making an appointment.   Condition: NICE