A rare CHINESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL PARROT
Though wild parrots and parakeets were native to certain parts of China, they gained popularity in the Tang dynasty and there are records of gifts of exotic parrots from Indonesia and Indochina.Because of their colourful plumage, their intelligence, and their ability to 'speak', parrots, parakeets and lories have long been admired in China. The parrot is also a symbol of filial piety, featuring in various Buddhist texts, including Guanyin and the Filial Parrot (also known as 'The Precious Scroll of the Parrot' Yingge Baozhuan).
Dimension: L. 14 cm. W. 9 cm. H. 32 cm. Weight 1150 grams.

Good Condition. Berkeley Auction Gallery provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability 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. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age and condition. All transactions are governed by Berkeley Auction Gallery's Conditions of Sale.