ARCHAIC CHINESE MING DYNASTY BRONZE 'FANG DING' RITUAL VESSEL. 16/17th C

Antique Chinese bronze ding, tripod ritual vessel. Large swooping handles extend from either side of the relief decorated neck. The round body is supported by three feet, each decorated with the head of a deity. Great patination and mineral encrustations. Age: Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Dimensions: 9″ high x 9 3/4″  (including handles)