Lot 212
  • 212

A Japanesque gilt bronze and cloisonné enamel jardinière France, late 19th century

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • enamel, bronze
  • height 16 1/4 in.; diameter 17 1/4 in.
  • 41.5 cm; 44 cm
the jardinière with a geometrical fretwork pattern to the background and decorated with blooming flower sprays and birds, raised on six finely-cast elephant-head-form feet

Condition

Gilt bronze with with some scratches, oxidation and surface dirt to crevices. Enamel with some surface scratches; not extensive.
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