3 pieces of bronzework inlaid with gold and silver from the Chin-t'sun treasure. Finial of a central chariot pole, in the shape of a buffalo head (16 cms); and two pieces for side shafts representing dragons' heads (both 27 cms), Han dynasty.
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Title of artwork, date
Inlaid Bronzes, 206 BC–220 AD
Date supported
1934
Medium and material
Bronze
Grant
1800
Total cost
3000
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