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Chinese Cast Iron Vessel, c. 1850
$1,480
£1,129.20
€1,285.51
CA$2,080.16
A$2,286.60
CHF 1,200.45
MX$27,189.30
NOK 15,416.55
SEK 14,042.81
DKK 9,604.81
About the Item
This cast-iron vessel has an elegant form reminiscent of the beautiful ironwork, bronzes, and ceramics perfected by Chinese artisans thousands of years ago. A century ago this jar would have been purely utilitarian, but over time, as the iron has gracefully aged, it lives on as a sculptural object.
Additional dimensions:
Diameter of opening: 3.5".
- Dimensions:Height: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Diameter: 9 in (22.86 cm)
- Style:Rustic (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Iron,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: ACB010A1stDibs: LU820027238862
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