Description:
Polished Bronze Vessel, China, 19th/20th century, oval basin form with two chilong handles to sides, resting on four figures of boys, four-character Xuande mark on base, ht. 7 3/8, wd. 14 3/8 in. Provenance: By repute, purchased in China during the 1920s by a naval officer; then by descent to the present owner. Estimate $600-800 some casting flaws particularly to the interior, spotty tarnishing and patinas, some residues to details, wt. approx. 12.8 lb. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
