£800 - £1,200
A CHINESE BRONZE 'DRAGON' VASE
QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
海水龙纹铜瓶 清 18/19世纪
the sides cast in high relief with a ferocious scaly dragon chasing a flaming pearl, between bands of animals and sea creatures amidst crashing waves, key-fret and ruyi heads
39cm high
Surface has been polished. Cast related imperfections. Some age related discoloration in places. Well repaired section to the base, roughly 3cm square. Edge related rim chips to the base.
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
30% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
33.6% inc VAT*