Bamboo Libation Cup

Description:

Bamboo Libation Cup, China, 19th century, foliate form inscribed in oracle bone script, on the back a stylized stem with a separately carved "basket," ht. 2 in.

Provenance: The estate of Peter L. Rosenberg.
Estimate $250-350

Crack in handle of "basket," loss to lower right corner of "basket."


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