Lot Essay
Although the present example apears to be unique, it can be compared to a very similarly worked peach tree jardiniere illustrated in Tributes from Guangdong to the Qing Court, no. 59
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A CANTON ENAMEL, IVORY AND HARDSTONE MODEL OF A BOAT
QIANLONG
Finely enamelled as a gnarled tree trunk raft sprouting a large gilt bronze branch bearing ripe peaches carved from carnalian agate and rose quartz, the curled pointed leaves carved from spinach-green jade, above two delicately carved ivory figures, one seated and smiling beneath a decorative gilt bronze and cloisonne enamel pagoda, the other standing before him combing her hair, the vessel supported on a stained ivory base carved as swirling and crested wave (minor losses and repairs)--24in (61cm.) high
QIANLONG
Finely enamelled as a gnarled tree trunk raft sprouting a large gilt bronze branch bearing ripe peaches carved from carnalian agate and rose quartz, the curled pointed leaves carved from spinach-green jade, above two delicately carved ivory figures, one seated and smiling beneath a decorative gilt bronze and cloisonne enamel pagoda, the other standing before him combing her hair, the vessel supported on a stained ivory base carved as swirling and crested wave (minor losses and repairs)--24in (61cm.) high