Old Soul Ding I

Large and heavy bronze tripod ritual pot or Ding from China. The circular form has twin stirrup-shaped handles, and stands on tripod legs, and is fully decorated with prominent Taotie (Chinese mythological creature) faces on the entire body and legs. The ding is one of the most important vessel in Chinese tradition and history, and under the Shang and Zhou dynasty, it became symbols of power and authority. The inside has engravings with characters in an ancient script most likely of prayers and wishes.

~ Eina Ahluwalia

Approximate Dimensions - 6.5 inches in height and 5.2 inches in width; Weight: 2 kilograms approx.

Note : These pieces are available with free shipping within India, we do not ship these internationally. Since most of these items are vintage, they are pre-used, pre-loved and beautifully aged. They may have scratches and scuffs, the plating may have worn off and occasionally some missing parts may have been replaced by the original owners. If you’re a regular collector you know how it is. Eina personally handpicks each item herself so inspite of their imperfections they’re still beautiful as they are. These pieces have been selected as décor pieces and not items of functional use. Please ask us any questions you have and we’ll be happy to answer them for you. We do not offer returns, refunds or exchanges on these items.

These pieces are available with free shipping within India, we do not ship these internationally.Since most of these items are vintage, they are pre-used, pre-loved and beautifully aged. They may have scratches and scuffs, the plating may have worn off and occasionally some missing parts may have been replaced by the original owners. If you’re a regular collector you know how it is. Eina personally hand picks each item herself so inspite of their imperfections they’re still beautiful as they are. These pieces have been selected as décor pieces and not items of functional use. Please ask us any questions you have and we’ll be happy to answer them for you. We do not offer returns, refunds or exchanges on these items.