A Chinese Export Armorial Porcelain Gilt-bronze-mounted Twin-handled Tureen late 19th century The sides enameled and gilt with lion and ball armorial surrounded by flowering peony, prunus and chrysanthemum, mounted on a bronze support with dragon's mask-headed claw feet and pierced scrolls, the handles mounted with peacocks, the rim with a pierced scrolling motif, ht. 8 1/4, lg. 16, dp. 12 in. Footnotes: Provenance Christie's, South Kensington, 21 October 1998, Lot 110; Acquired by the current owner from the above. Condition reports are not provided in catalog descriptions. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing