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Detail: This are an antique set probably from the mid- to late-1800’s. There is some wear to the paint and lacquer. Purchased from an Asian antique dealer in Sherburne New York in 1999.
These bells have been sold. Thanks M.C.!
- Item Number: S-6857
- Provenance/Origin: China. Circa mid- to late-1800's
- Composition: Brass or Bronze
- Dimensions: 15" (top of upper bell to bottom rim of lower). Diameters: top - 6"; second - 5"; third - 4"; smallest - 3.5"
- Weight: 1 pound
- Price: $ 140.00 USD
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Detail: Two brass figures, back-to-back form the handle. I believe one of the figures is Hanuman. Fantastic engravings on the bell itself. Circa late- 1800’s. In very good condition.
- Item Number: C-0833
- Provenance/Origin: Tibet. Circa late-1800's
- Composition: Brass
- Dimensions: 6" tall x 3" diameter of bell
- Weight: .5 pound
- Price: $85.00 USD
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Detail: The gong is quite old. The gong sound is rich, deep, long-lasting and resonant. The stand is carved from wood and the mallet has a wood handle with a fabric covered bulky striker. Pristine condition and ready to strike. Special packaging will be required for shipping. Circa mid- to…
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- Item Number: C-0915
- Provenance/Origin: China
- Composition: Wood, metal, fabric/filler
- Dimensions: 40.5" tall x 37" widest; 17.5" gong diameter
- Weight: 17.75 pounds
- Price: $690.00 USD
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Detail: Kuang styling from the early Chou dynasty (late 11th – early 10th Century BC). Used as a wine vessel. Lei-wen pattern covers surface. In high relief are various dragon forms and other metamorphic animal components. Notice the bird like design at the front…
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- Item Number: V-5674
- Provenance/Origin: China, Beijing dealer
- Composition: Bronze or Brass
- Dimensions: 8.5" tall x 8" wide
- Weight: 3.25 pounds
- Price: $210.00 USD
