Lot 302. Four gilt-bronze animal sculptures, Han dynasty; Average length: 1 1/8in (2.8cm). Average height: 3/4in (2cm) (4).. Estimate US$ 2,500 - 4,000 (€ 2,100 - 3,400). © Bonhams 2001-2020

Each hollow ornament cast in high relief with a recumbent panther or feline, the well-defined head resting on back haunches.

Note: Hollowed ornaments such as these were used as either mat weights with the addition of filler，or part of a horse bridle or saddle embellishments.

For a related group, see Christie's, New York, 16 March 2017, lot 851, from the Erwin Harris Collection, Miami, Florida.

Bonhams. Featuring the RenLu Collection, 21 Sep 2020, 10:00 EDT, NewYork