Vintage Chinese Bronze Jue Tripod Libation Cup, Archaic Wine Vessel

Size: Roughly 4.2 x 6.1 in
Era: Likely mid century
Condition: Good for its age with bronze patina

Vintage Chinese bronze jue tripod libation cup, made in the archaistic style of ancient Chinese ritual wine vessels. The cast bronze body features a flared pouring spout, two capped posts with ball finials, a curved side handle with an animal mask, and three splayed blade legs. Bands of archaic relief decoration in the taotie and dragon manner wrap the vessel.

The base carries a mark with numbers below it. The piece likely dates to the mid century, though its origin is unknown.

Condition is good for its age, with patina consistent with vintage bronze. Please review the photos closely.

Item Specifics / Characteristics
* Type: Jue Tripod Libation Cup
* Marks: Mark on the base with numbers below it
* Material: Bronze
* Color: Dark gray, green
* Style: Archaistic, Chinese ritual vessel style
* Theme or Subject: Archaic ritual wine vessel, taotie and dragon motifs
* Era: Likely mid century
* Country of Origin: Unknown
* Dimensions: Roughly 4.2 x 6.1 in
* Weight: 14.6 oz
* Original/Reproduction: Vintage archaistic piece in the style of ancient bronzes, not an ancient original
* Features: Tripod legs, two capped posts, side handle

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