A LARGE FACETED BRONZE STORAGE VESSEL- FANGHU- HAN DYNASTY A Large gilt bronze vessel (Fanghu). With the faceted pear-shaped body, raised on a slightly flared square foot, is applied to either side with a taotie mask handle and a loose ring. Condition: Extensive wear, patina and encrustations with gilded areas of the bronze still visible, minor dents and fissures, overall condition exactly as expected from a bronze of this age. Dimensions: Height 35 cm (the vessel) Provenance: Ex private old collection from a German collector. Acquired in 2005 Current property of (The seller). Note: The buyer of this lot will also receive a letter of certificate of authenticity issued by the seller along with.