Lot 344: A Chinese Libation Cup with Mythical Beast Motifs...
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A Chinese Libation Cup with Mythical Beast Motifs and Qianlong Mark.
A libation cup featuring a square base and flared mouth. The exterior is adorned with high-relief mythical beasts and archaistic taotie mask patterns amid swirling motifs. Two raised beast-head handles project from the sides. The rim is incised with a geometric band. The surface exhibits simulated horn grain, enhancing the visual texture. The underside bears a six-character Qianlong mark within a square panel, possibly indicating the period or origin of the piece.
H: Approximately 10cm
Provenance: Private property of a distinguished British collector.
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