A small cloisonné enameled metal bowl - 17th Century

Of inverted bell form with lions chasing ribbon-tied embroidered balls in various colors on a turquoise ground and a white ground lotus petal band that repeat on the floor of the interior wall combined with a classic lotus flower and leaf scroll design, the recessed base also covered with the same lotus motif. 6in (15cm) diameter - Sold for $1,800 plus Premium and tax

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Bonhams. Asian Decorative Art, 3 Mar 2008. 220 San Bruno Ave., San Francisco