Lot 113
113
A RARE INSCRIBED CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL LEAF-SHAPED BOX AND COVER
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A RARE INSCRIBED CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL LEAF-SHAPED BOX AND COVER

QIANLONG (1736-95)

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A RARE INSCRIBED CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL LEAF-SHAPED BOX AND COVER
QIANLONG (1736-95)
Of irregular form supported on three short bracket feet, the cover decorated with a large lotus bloom and leafy tendrils, the sides with alternating flowers and stylised shou characters, on turquoise grounds
5½ in. (14 cm.) wide
Special notice
VAT rate of 17.5% is payable on hammer price and buyer's premium when purchased by non-EU purchasers.

Lot Essay

The inscription on the base can be translated as:

Respectfully (offered)
Wife of the Wang family, née Yang

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