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165: Fine, Brilliant Chinese Cloisonne Incense Burner

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Description

Fine, Brilliant Chinese Cloisonne Incense Burner, Qianlong mark and period (1736-1795), the bulbous body supported on three cabriole legs and having two strap handles, each with a rectangular opening, the fitted domed cover with three ruyi-shaped enameled plaques separated by pierced cloud ground with engraved and gilded details and topped by an elaborate gilded finial in the shape of a coiled five-clawed figure of a dragon among clouds, the body enameled in pink, red, blue, green and white enamels with lotus blossoms and scrolling foliage on a blue ground and bordered at the top by a band of ruyi heads, the base with a square gilded plaque with an engraved four-character Qianlong reign mark, h. 11-5/8".

Condition

Overall very good condition - no damage or repairs noted - a very artistic example with excellent color including rare pink - scattered minor burst bubbles to enamel consistent with age.

Estimate $8,000 - $12,000
Starting Bid $6,500
Us Auction
May 19, 2012
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New Orleans Auction Galleries, Inc.

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