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Fine Chinese turquoise food vessel Kangxi (1662-1722). Of square cross-section with opposing loop handles, raised on four columnar feet. The corners with flanges. Each side incised with a mythical beast amongst scrolling clouds
This food vessel, fangding, is based on an archaic bronze shape from the late Shang/early Western Zhou Dynasty. Historicallly, these vessels were used to make offerings to the gods or ancesters.
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One handle detached and cleanly re-attachedStock number
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