Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Censer Modelled as a Crane 18/19th Century Qing Dynasty 1

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Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Censer Modelled as a Crane 18/19th Century Qing Dynasty

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Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Censer Modelled as a Crane 18/19th-Century Qing Dynasty

1750 to 1800 China

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Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Censer Modelled as a Crane 18/19th-Century Qing Dynasty

The characterful and charming 18/19th century cloisonne enamel censer, is modelled as a crane with straight gilt-metal legs, realistically detailed feet and claws, standing on a detailed gilt base. The neck gracefully curved above the plump hollow body brightly enamelled in turquoise, the removable wing forming a cover with colourfully designed tail feathers within gilt outline. The head is topped by red crests, the pointed beaks and tongues separately made in gilt metal.

Condition

Original

Provenance

Possibly ex Mallet

Literature

Dimensions

H 11.03 in. x W 5.32 in. x D 3.55 in.

H 28 cm x W 13.5 cm x D 9 cm

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