A BRONZE CHARIOT FITTING, WESTERN ZHOU DYNASTY

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A BRONZE CHARIOT FITTING, WESTERN ZHOU DYNASTY Well cast, of hollow arched form and with a flat trapezoidal base, the exterior decorated in low relief with stylized zoomorphic motifs arranged within panels. The principal faces are centered by confronting abstract masks composed of hooked scrolls, angular spirals, and geometric elements, while the narrow end panel is similarly cast with a compact animal mask beneath the rounded arch. The underside with a rectangular panel enclosing confronting scrolling dragons. Pierced to the side for attachment. The bronze displays a rich, naturally grown patina with extensive areas of cuprite and malachite encrustations. Dimensions: Height 9.2 cm Auction result comparison: Type: Related Auction: Sotheby’s Hong Kong, 26 August 2021, lot 1035 Price: HKD 189,000 or approx. EUR 23,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Expert remark: Compare the related form and decoration. Note the size (24.5 cm). Auction result comparison: Type: Related Auction: Sotheby’s New York, 22 March 2022, lot 41 Price: USD 6,300 or approx. EUR 6,300 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Expert remark: Compare the related form and decoration. Note the size (13.5 cm).

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