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LOT 1591
Estimate
GBP (£) 250 - 300
EUR (€) 290 - 350
USD ($) 330 - 400
CHINESE HAN STYLE BRONZE BEAR FINIAL
19TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (135 grams, 58 mm).
19TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (135 grams, 58 mm).
A bronze finial formed as a bear in a seated position, one leg drawn up beside its body with left paw resting upon it, the other pushed out to the side of its body, the right paw resting upon it, large head with gaping mouth exposing teeth and tongue, pricked ears and bulging eyes, sagging breasts resting atop the creature's pot-belly, incised fur detailing and a short tail to the reverse; hollow-formed.
PROVENANCE:
Acquired 1980-1990s.
From a West Country collection.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
