Description:

China, Han Dynasty, ca. 206 BCE - 220 CE. An incredibly detailed bronze hub cap from a Han Dynasty chariot wheel. Cylindrical in form, this piece has interesting weaving form around center and base of cylinder. Removable axle pin with taotie mask on head. Fine green and red patina. 2-1/2"H.

Provenance: Ex- J. Connell Collection, MA; Ex-J. Piscopo Collection.

All items in this auction are legal to buy/sell under U.S. statute covering cultural patrimony per United States Code 2600, CHAPTER 14 -- CONVENTION ON CULTURAL PROPERTY, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.

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  • Condition: Excellent.

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