AN ARCHAISTIC BRONZE VASE, ZUN, AND A BRONZE BELL (2)

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AN ARCHAISTIC BRONZE VASE, ZUN, AND A BRONZE BELL The vase with geometric patterns to the mid-section with mask-head handles, the interior with a three-character inscription, zuo bao zun; the bronze bell with a central calligraphic inscription on either side surrounded by bosses. The vase 19.5cm (7 5/8in) high. (2). Footnotes: Please note this Lot is to be sold at No Reserve. 本拍品不設底價銅仿古尊及編鐘「作寶尊」款 For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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AN ARCHAISTIC BRONZE VASE, ZUN, AND A BRONZE BELL (2)

Lot 0580

Estimate £800-£1,200

May 18, 2026, 8:18 AM EDT

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Chinese and Japanese Art from Richard Vandekar Ltd

May 08, 2026 7:00 AM EDT

London, UNITED KINGDOM, United Kingdom

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