Archaic bronze vessel, Gu. China, Shang Dynasty (1600-1050 BC), Anyang Culture (1300-1050 BC), 12th century BC. Photo courtesy Gisèle Croës.

Bronze with green, blue and brown patina; malachite and cuprite crystallisation; traces of textile. Height: 12.4 inches (31.5 cm).

Gisèle Croës. 'Matter and Memory'. Gagosian Gallery, 980 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10075. T (212) 744 2313 - art@giselecroes.com. Asia Week New York. A Celebration of Asian Art. MARCH 14–22, 2014