Rare Pair Chinese 18th/19th Century Gilt Bronze and Cloisonne Lanterns with pierced rectangular gilt base and pierced top, the body in round moon shape with the cloisonne in woven bands and Ruyi Heads forming windows for buffalo horn translucent lining painted with Bats and "Shou" roundels; the tops each with 4 small hooks and bases with clips probably for disassembling. Height 12 1/2 inches (31.5 cm.).

Light age related wear to gilt bronze and cloisonne, the buffalo horn lining with 3 or 4 small cracks or separations to each lantern. NOTE: Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Eddie's Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging.