Archaic-style bronze fanghu vase, China, Ming Dynasty, 16th century

Archaic-style bronze fanghu vase, China, Ming Dynasty, 16th century With a quadrangular cross-section, resting on a four-legged base, and featuring a widely flared neck, the vase is divided into several registers separated by bands in slight relief. The various sides are adorned with geometric medallions framing Greek fret motifs, while the corners of the registers are accented with stylized cloud motifs in the shape of lingzhi—靈芝. The composition, organized as an alternation of decorativ

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