This item truly is an interesting piece, and most of all bewildering in being posted in the European forum

usually its the other way around! In any case, it is great to learn more on these Chinese bronze age interpretations.
Chris, what an informative and beautifully written description which perfectly itemizes the details in recognizing items which are being produced as antiquities in comparison to the genuine artifacts. Thank you so much for providing this data!
All the best,
Jim