Dong Son Bronze Rare Bangle w Bell Beads - 105 mm

A rare important bronze bangle from the ancient Dong Son culture. First Millennium BC. In good condition. It has been cleaned, partly, but the nice antique green patina is preserved. Original,ancient hand casting, artisan smith work. Traces of use and age on its surface. Purchased 1974 in Hanoi by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market during his university sudy in Vietnam. Important information : The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States. Provenance : This item comes from the collection of Dr. Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting. Former diplomat, Asian Arts collector, Researcher. Publications : More than 20 essays on Southeast-Asian politics and economy, presentations on international conferences. Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.

Estimate:£376.39

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