Lot Essay
It has been suggested that this may be an unusual Japanese variant made at an Arita kiln
Details
A RARE EXPORT 'MANDARIN DUCK' CENSER AND COVER
19th century
Modelled standing with upturned tail, the head raised with open beak, moulded and enamelled in iron-red, green, yellow, sepia and turquoise, cover restored
5¾in. (14.5cm.) wide
19th century
Modelled standing with upturned tail, the head raised with open beak, moulded and enamelled in iron-red, green, yellow, sepia and turquoise, cover restored
5¾in. (14.5cm.) wide
Provenance
John Sparks Ltd.