Vase with a lid. China, 20th century.

Vase with lid. China, 20th century.
Hardstone.
Measurements: 30 x 16 x 11 cm.
Vase with lid carved from green stone in an archaic Chinese style, directly inspired by the ancient Fangzun ritual bronze vessels of the Shang and Zhou dynasties. It features a profuse relief with geometric and zoomorphic motifs classic to the dynasty, such as the mythical Taotie masks. The square architectural structure features stylized upper handles and openwork reliefs on the sides.