08 décembre 2011
An important imperial carved 'dragon' zitan box and cover. Qianlong (1736-1795)
An important imperial carved 'dragon' zitan box and cover. Qianlong (1736-1795). Photo Czerny's
Of rectangular section on a double lotus moulded base; at the front surface a cartouche with inscription of 'happiness and prosperity' (Xi yi chang chen), surrounded by a finely chiselled decoration of five claw dragons among clouds; on the sides dragons and bats with symbols amidst clouds; fine, purplish brown patina 13x17x11 cm. Estimate 6000.00 | 8000.00 €
CZERNY'S INTERNATIONAL AUCTION HOUSE 11 december 2011. Ltd.... [Lire la suite]