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Chinese Bronze Candle Holder, Han Dynasty

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A Chinese bronze candle holder. dated from Han Dynasty. Ancient bronze elegant shape with wide dish on lower area with three long curved legs, another dish with cylindrical candle holder inserted into hole in lower dish.
H. 8" (20.3 cm)
Provenance: Collection of Zhuorantang, New York
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Condition: in overall good condition with age related discoloration, patina, some green encrustation.

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Chinese Bronze Candle Holder, Han Dynasty

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Estimate $600-$800Mar 31, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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