Silver, Glass and Ceramics

December 12, 2012

LOT 257

Lot 257

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Longevity Crane Candle Prickets, Early 20th Century

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Longevity Crane Candle Prickets, Early 20th Century
Lot 257 Details
Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Longevity Crane Candle Prickets, Early 20th Century

each modelled standing on the shell of a mythical tortoise with branch in beak and decorated in pattern of red, green, royal blue, white, yellow, and pink on sky-blue ground
tallest height 13.2" — 33.5 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $456
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Longevity Crane Candle Prickets, Early 20th Century
  • Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Longevity Crane Candle Prickets, Early 20th Century
  • Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamelled and Gilt Bronze Longevity Crane Candle Prickets, Early 20th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor bruising to back tail feathers of the taller crane

LOT 257
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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