Copper-alloy zoomorphic tripod wine pot in the Archaic style, China, 17th century He-type, inspired by Archaic bronzes, but also by Yue ceramics from the Warring Kingdoms period. The spherical, flattened body is decorated with molded archaic motifs and topped by a lid featuring archaic decoration and taotie masks. The openwork handle is in the shape of a quadruped, possibly symbolizing a tiger. The spout is in the shape of a pixiu head. The three feet depict standing bears. It is covered with an attractive brown patina with hints of verdigris, red and lapis lazuli. The inside of the lid is decorated with a four-character archaic inscription. Height : 22 cm