This large antique Chinese bronze vase from the 19th century Qing Dynasty is distinguished by its robust, geometric silhouette, featuring a wide, flared mouth, pronounced shoulders, and a gently tapering base. The surface presents a deep, warm brown with reddish undertones, finished in a semi-matte to satin sheen that softly catches the light. The vase is adorned with intricate, raised bands of archaic Taotie motifs rendered in a slightly darker, almost blackened bronze, producing a clear contrast with the smoother, lighter bronze areas. The handles are sculpted in the form of stylized dragon heads—traditional Chinese symbols of strength and protection—adding dynamism and cultural resonance to the vessel. The relief work is precise, with sharply defined details and seamless construction, reflecting a high level of historic craftsmanship. The entire surface is covered with a uniform, noble patina, and there are no signs of dents, damage, or significant wear—condition is very good, with no evidence of restoration and all elements authentic and original.This vase evokes the spirit of 19th-century China, a period when bronze vessels were both status symbols and bearers of tradition and legend. The archaic Taotie motifs, inspired by ancient rituals, give the piece a ceremonial quality, as if its surface preserves echoes of ancestral customs. The dragon head handles seem to guard its contents, while the soft sheen of the bronze suggests quiet dignity, as though the vase once presided over a temple altar
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Height31 cm
Width18 cm
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Width18 cm
Height31 cm
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