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LOT 2250
Chinese Brass Zoomorphic Ewer for the Eastern Market
20TH CENTURY A.D.
12 3/8 in. (1.58 kg, 31.5 cm).
Tapering neck with baluster collar, ellipsoid socket to the mouth and domed lid with knop handle; piriform body with flared foot; curved spout with dragon-head detail to mouth; strap handle to rear with openwork panel and dragon-head detail.
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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LOT 2250
Chinese Brass Zoomorphic Ewer for the Eastern Market
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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