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Lot 518
  • 518

A Japanese gilt bronze mounted cloisonné enamel jardinière Meiji Period, late 19th century

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description

  • 28 cm. high, 52 cm. wide
the enamel body decorated with exotic birds and insects within blossoming trees, gilt bronzework probably Paris in the manner of Edouard Lièvre  with dragon handles and elephant feet

Condition

Rather good condition, stained and oxidated, usual ageing.
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