11th Jul, 2026 10:00

ASIAN ART SALE

 
  Lot 89
 
Lot 89 - (R) A BRONZE SEDAN CHAIR HANDLE, KHMER EMPIRE, ANGKOR WAT PERIOD, 12TH CENTURY

89

(R) A BRONZE SEDAN CHAIR HANDLE, KHMER EMPIRE, ANGKOR WAT PERIOD, 12TH CENTURY

Dimensions: Height 17 cm Wide 14 cm Depth 3 cm

Weight: 409 grams

Cast as a heavy circular ring terminating in opposed scrolling foliate forms. The handle is robustly modelled, with a strong sense of volume and movement characteristic of Khmer bronze work of the Angkor Wat period. The surface retains a richly varied green and brown patina with areas of mineral encrustation, consistent with considerable age.

Such bronze rings are understood to have functioned as handles or suspension fittings for ceremonial sedan chairs or palanquins, associated with elite or ritual use.

For lots marked with (R), a 19% VAT is added to the combined hammer price and commission. This VAT is waived for:

- Private buyers outside the EU who officially export the items.
- Businesses inside the EU holding a valid VAT number, exporting to their home country.

Proper export documentation is required to waive the VAT

Unsold
Estimated at €200 - €400