A Bronze 'Garlic Head' Vessel, Bianhu HAN DYNASTY (206 BC-220 AD)漢 青銅蒜頭扁壺the body of compressed flask form set over a slightly splayed foot, and rising to a stout neck supporting a mouth in the form of lobed bulb of garlic. The smooth broad sides incised with shallow arching recessed panels flanking narrow sides mounted at each shoulder with well-molded taotie masks above vertical band rings. Height 11 in., 28 cm.Property from the Collection of Michelle Smith, Washington, D.C.Michael Godhuis, London