Lot 150 , A Chinese archaistic bronze hanging vessel, hu, 17th/18th century

A Chinese archaistic bronze hanging vessel, hu, 17th/18th century, cast in relief with scrolls and lappets, the domed cover with lion-dog finial, cast seal script to base, later wood stand, height of vase with handle extended 24cm
£300-500

Condition:
Typical casting imperfections, remnants of malachite encrustation, old solder repairs around the inside edge of the cover. The wood stand has been broken at the top and messily reglued, otherwise in reasonable condition.

Sold for £1,200