Lot 105 A CHINESE BRONZE ARCHAIC ‘TAOTIE’-STYLE VASE, MID 2OTH CENTURY

Charming Chinese bronze vase with an archaic ‘Taotie’-style design, featuring a baluster shape. The vase is adorned with a decorative relief band depicting stylized phoenixes on a meandering background, interrupted by three vertical stylized protrusions.
Cast in bronze with a lovely dark green mottled patina.
Height 28.7 cm, Diameter 18 cm.
Weight 2.2 kg.

In a good original condition, with a small oxidation spot on the body, and one on the underside. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.