A large cloisonné cachepot with symbols of good luck

Estimated Value:

3.000 € - 5.000 €

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Description:

China, 19th century
H. 22 cm, D. 36,3 cm
A dense, continuous decorative motif featuring polychrome floral tendrils, bats, butterflies, and insects set against a vibrant turquoise-blue background. The recessed, fire-gilded rim is adorned with a geometric meander band (the *leiwen* or "thunder" pattern), complemented by an embossed beaded border just below. The entire interior is fully lined with light-green enamel. Unmarked, thick bronze plate with its original fire-gilding. Weight: 3.93 kg.
From an old private collection in Northern Germany, by repute cquired in China by a Hamburg merchant family prior to 1920 - In good condition for its age, with minimal, production-related pores in the enamel glaze; some wear to the gilding on the base; small chips and losses to the enamel on the interior of the base plate

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