Lot 276: A Chinese Bronze Belt Hook with Beast-and-Serpent Motif,...
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A Chinese Bronze Belt Hook with Beast-and-Serpent Motif, Western Han Dynasty, 2nd–1st Century B.C.
A finely cast bronze belt hook depicting a dynamic scene of a powerful beast entangled with a serpent-like creature, their forms intertwined in openwork relief. The beast’s muscular body contrasts with the sinuous coils of the serpent, creating a sense of tension and movement.
L: Approximately 15cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London lady
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