Da Dao Translation & Info Requested

[RobT]

David R,

Thanks for your response, I can't wait for input from forum members either. Hopefully Peter Dekker will weigh in. Its dubious place of sale notwithstanding, I'm really sure that the piece is authentic. If it isn't, somebody spent a lot of time and skilled effort to make it look real (for very little monetary return) and they certainly have me convinced.

Sincerely,
Rob