Subasta Bidspirit | Asiatic bottle

Asiatic bottle - ITEM: Bottle MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Asiatic PERIOD: 8th - 9th Century A.D DIMENSIONS: 230 mm x 130 mm CONDITION: Good condition, some areas damaged PROVENANCE: Ex American private collection, acquired before 1999 Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice. During the Asiatic period, spanning the 8th to 9th centuries AD, bronze vessels played a significant role in the material culture of various Asian civilizations, particularly in regions such as China, Korea, and Japan. In China, the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD) witnessed a flourishing of bronze craftsmanship, with vessels ranging from ornate incense burners to intricately decorated wine containers. These vessels often featured motifs inspired by nature, mythology, and Buddhist iconography, reflecting the cultural and religious influences of the time. In Korea, the Unified Silla period (668-935 AD) saw the production of bronze vessels known as ”Baekje-style” ware, characterized by their elegant forms and sophisticated decorative patterns. These vessels were used for both practical and ceremonial purposes, serving as offerings to the spirits or as prestigious items in elite households. Similarly, in Japan, the Nara period (710-794 AD) marked a significant development in bronze casting techniques, with artisans creating exquisite ritual vessels such as bells (dōtaku) and mirrors (kagami) adorned with intricate designs. These bronze vessels not only served functional roles but also held symbolic significance within religious rituals and court ceremonies, highlighting the importance of bronze craftsmanship during the Asiatic period.