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The Antique 17th Century Late Ming–Early Qing Dynasty Finely Cast Chinese Archaistic Bronze Wine Vessel, Jue (爵), Inspired By the Ancient Ritual Bronzes of the Shang Dynasty. The Distinctive Tripod Form is Raised on Three Elongated Blade Form Legs, with A Dramatically Extended Pouring Spout and Pointed Tail, Two Capped Upright Posts Rising from the Rim, and An Elegant Loop Handle to One Side. The Rounded Body is Encircled By A Triple Band of Finely Cast Leiwen (雷纹) Geometric Pattern, Providing A Restrained Yet Richly Archaistic Decorative Element. The Bronze is Notably Hard, Substantial, and Weighty, Cast from Fine Quality Metal with An Appealingly Archaic Character. Its Deep, Solemn Coloration Possesses A Subtle Dark Luster that Emerges through the Aged Surface, Lending the Vessel A Powerful Presence and An Intriguing Sense of Mystery.
With Its Sculptural Silhouette, Balanced Proportions, and Consciously Antiquarian Design, the Vessel Reflects the Sophisticated Revival of Ancient Chinese Bronze Forms and Classical Aesthetics during the Late Ming and Early Qing Periods. Good Antique Condition with A Deep Dark Brown-Black Patina and Natural Surface Variation throughout. Scattered Wear, Minor Abrasions, and Oxidation Consistent with Age.Size: 5-¾” H, 5-⅜” L, 3” WAvailable For Domestic Shipping and International Shipping. Thanks!
