Fine Quality Unusual 18thc/19thc Chinese Cloisonné Square Section Vase And Cover
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:88117 | Primary Material: Cloisonne |
| Sub-Type: Bowl | Age: 1800-1849 |
| Original/Repro: Antique Original | Product: Vase |
| Region of Origin: Chinese |
Fine quality unusual 18thc/19thc Chinese cloisonné square section vase and cover. Absolutely stunning early Chinese piece of cloisonné.Dating to the 18thc or 19thc.Early piece.Of square section design, with hu form.mounted by twin loop handles, with a sarcophagus shape lid.Constructed from a heavy thick gauge bronze.Has a good weight to it, when hand held, you can feel the quality......not to be confused with late, flimsy cloisonné...like chalk and cheese.Eight sacred pearl des...ign to the underside.Beautifully decorated throughout.The lid fits nice and tight.This item is from a deceased estate.This item is presented in perfect cloisonné condition.there is no dents, or damage to the enamel, would be regarded as near mint condition for cloisonné.....it is absolutely filthy, dirty, grime laden condition....I am dying to clean it, I have resisted with all temptation to do so.it will look absolutely stunning when cleaned, as can be seen on the photos, it has a turquoise background, which is now deep brown in colour.it looks like it has not been cleaned in the last 100 years, it really is that dirty.a true estate find.the cloisonné wires have oxidation throughout.excellent antique condition, with just natural age retaliated wear and tear.A very good item of early Chinese cloisonné, a rare find in excellent untouched damage free condition.its superb.Measures 225 mm high x 200 mm wide.Happy to list with buy it now if requested.30 yrs+ Experience in Chinese art and antiques.buy with confidence from the detailed accurate description.Any questions please ask, happy to help.All overseas shipping sent via the global shipping program.
