Description

Title: Antique Chinese Bronze Royal Dragons Sculpted Vase - Pair

Description: Antique Chinese Bronze Royal Dragons Sculpted Vase - Pair
This pair of 19th century bronze vases are decorated with sculpted Imperial royal dragons. The dragon in Chinese culture is a symbol of power. Since the Ming Dynasty, dragons were a symbol only emperors could use. Improperly displaying this symbol was considered treason punishable not only by the death of the perpetrator, but also all of his family clan. Consequently pieces such as this only came from the Royal Palace.
***Signed on the bottom.
Circa Late 19th Century
DimensionsH 10"D 5"
CONDITION: Please be aware that all items are used/vintage/antique and have small signs of age/patina which should be expected. We try our best to take clear photos, but please contact us if you need any additional photos/information. Both have small pieces of the dragon/claw missing.

Reserve: $891.00

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