June Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles

COPPER INLAID GOLD AND SILVER INLAID JADE DOUBLE DRAGON FRAME CHIME BELLS OF THE HAN DYNASTY

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Start price: $1,000

Estimated price: $8,000 - $10,000

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Description

H:36cm(14.17in)W:30cm(11.81in)Weight:3340g(7.36lb) Bells were central to the ritual music system, used in ceremonies and banquets to signify the owner’s rank and authority. These objects were exclusive to the nobility, reflecting the opulent ??music and feasting?? lifestyle of the elite.

Condition: ALL SOLD AS IS, NO RETURN

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