Lot n° 160
Estimation :
15000 - 20000
EUR
Result with fees
Result
: 40 640EUR
CHINA - 18th/19th century - Lot 160
CHINA - 18th/19th century
Pair of "he" type zoomorphic phoenix-shaped bronze and cloisonné enamel pourers, with polychrome decoration of geometric and archaic friezes, standing on three feet featuring monkeys carrying phoenixes with outstretched wings on their shoulders; the handle in the shape of a mythical creature, the underside adorned with a geometric motif.
H. 21 cm Diam. 20 cm
This form appeared in earthenware in the Neolithic period in a highly stylized form, and developed to take on this appearance during the Warring Kingdoms (480 -221 BC). Bronze pieces inlaid with silver and gold were produced during the Song and Ming periods.
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