Heavy old bronze jardinaire with relief sculpted sides and elephant handles. China, 19th century.Measures 9 3/4inches high and 9inches accross the top.Sculpted relief scenes in reserves. A god/man rushes against the wind, holding out a beaker as an offering. Dragons at his feet. In another scene, a bearded sage rides a horse through wildly sinuous natural setting. Handles cast in the form of elephant heads. Marvellous patina inside and out.Signed in Chinese underneath. Excellent condition - no damage of any sort. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1439 Condition: See Description Year: See Description
Decorative Interior Antique Bronze
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