Chinese
Rare and Large cloisonné enamel 'Peony' vase and cover
18th-19th century
28 h × 13 w × 11.5 d in (71 × 33 × 29 cm)
Features gilt metal mounts in the form of bird heads, crouching beasts, and a
lingzhi fungus finial. Sides are decorated with herbaceous and tree peonies and chrysanthemums.
Literature:
The Prime Cultural Relics Collected by Shenyang Imperial Palace Museum, Wanjuan chuban gongsi, pg. 170, no. 14 illustrates a similar example
please note: This work is located at, and will ship from, Rago in Lambertville, New Jersey.
condition: Good overall condition with some wear and small nicks to enamel. Several areas of professional restoration to enamel. A few missing screws to ormolu decoration fastenings. Small drill hole to one corner panel. Presents very well.
Condition Report Good overall condition with some wear and small nicks to enamel. Several areas of professional restoration to enamel. A few missing screws to ormolu decoration fastenings. Small drill hole to one corner panel. Presents very well.
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