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Large Footed Bowl (Pan)

Offered by: L' Antiquaire & The Connoisseur, Inc.

Description
Archaic Period, circa 800-771 BC, Western Zhou Dynasty

The wide shallow form of this footed bowl is raised on a high foot incised on the base with a repeating diamond pattern. The rim is mounted on either side with animal masks and loose ring handles incised with a geometric pattern. The bronze has a brown patina with areas of green encrustation.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	Bronze
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	800-771 BC
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Traditional, Ancient Art
Incollect Reference #:	309919

Dimensions

H.	5 in;	Diam.	15.25 in;
H.	12.7 cm;	Diam.	38.74 cm;

Message from Seller:

The gallery deals in European works of art, antiques and paintings from antiquity to the end of the eighteenth century. Under Mrs. Fioratti's direction, the gallery has continued to supply works of art to museums across America and Europe. She has designed interiors in the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. Mrs. Fioratti has worked on architectural restorations, and restored a 10th century village near Siena.