A FINE CLOISONNÉ-ENAMELLED FOUR-LEGGED CENSER AND COVER

Description:

China, Qianlong period
H. 46 cm
Of globular form with surrounding decoration of lotus leaves and tendrils as well as stylised shou characters, on three outwardly curved legs, the base encased in gilt animal finials, the outwardly curved handles with geometric decoration, the cover also with fine cloisonné-enamelled lotus decoration as well as a dome of gilt relief lotus decoration around a fine openwork handle.
South German collection, according to the owners acquired at Galerie Nachtigall in 1984 - One foot with restored losses, partially minor wear