China, Qianlong mark in Zhuanshu, Qing dynasty
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China, Qianlong mark in Zhuanshu, Qing dynasty
Large oval planter on four legs decorated with stylized taotie masks
and cloisonné enamels, the interior decorated with polychrome
background of fish (notably sailfish symbolizing fortune), crabs, crustaceans and turtles
crabs, crustaceans and turtles amidst aquatic plants and scrolling waves.
waves. The exterior is decorated in polychrome on a turquoise-blue background with blossoming
flowers and foliage. The ensemble is completed by two handles
formed by two qilins clinging to the edges. Qianlong mark in Zhuangshu
on a pink background in a cachet, on a turquoise blue enameled base adorned
with flowers.
Dim. 22 x 59 x 32.7 cm
(Head of one of the Qilin to be refixed, wear).
Provenance: family collection
by descent.
Expert: Cabinet Ansas, Papillon et de Léry.
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