Lot 992. A bronze ritual wine vessel and a cover, You, early Western Zhou dynasty, 11th-10th century BC; 8 in. (20.3 cm.) high. Estimate $15,000 - USD 25,000. Price realised USD 125,000. © Christie's Images Ltd 2014

The pear-shaped body, of oval section, is raised on a spreading pedestal foot. The arched handle terminates at either end with tapir heads attached by loops to lugs projecting from the body. The interior is cast with the inscription, You zuo lü ('You made [this you] for expedition purposes'). The cover is of later date. 

Property from the Collection of Terri and Timothy Childs.