Napkin ring - Bronze - Dragon decor

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Pair of bronze cloisonné enamel napkin rings from Republican China, circa 1930–1940, each 3 cm high, 5.5 cm wide and 3 cm deep, total weight 117 g, featuring an imperial dragon motif and the title Décor aux dragons.

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paired set of napkin rings in cloisonné enamel - China - Republic Period
Description :
Period : XXth century, (Republic Period).
Material : Cloisonné enamel with brass wires.
Decoration : Classic motif of an imperial five-claw dragon pursuing the sacred pearl (or moving among stylized clouds). Deep black background contrasting with vivid colors (imperial yellow, jade green and coral red).
Technique : Traditional cloisonné craftsmanship of the period, with a natural patina on the metal and an enamel showing the grain characteristic of ancient pieces (small surface porosities normal for this period).
Condition : Very good state of preservation. Patina of wear on the edges.

Seller's Story

General antiquarian, I travel all over Belgium to find you the rare pearl. Thank you for your trust,
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paired set of napkin rings in cloisonné enamel - China - Republic Period
Description :
Period : XXth century, (Republic Period).
Material : Cloisonné enamel with brass wires.
Decoration : Classic motif of an imperial five-claw dragon pursuing the sacred pearl (or moving among stylized clouds). Deep black background contrasting with vivid colors (imperial yellow, jade green and coral red).
Technique : Traditional cloisonné craftsmanship of the period, with a natural patina on the metal and an enamel showing the grain characteristic of ancient pieces (small surface porosities normal for this period).
Condition : Very good state of preservation. Patina of wear on the edges.

Seller's Story

General antiquarian, I travel all over Belgium to find you the rare pearl. Thank you for your trust,
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
117 g
Title additional information
Dragon decor
Country of Origin
Asia
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
3 cm
Width
5.5 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated Period
1930-1940
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Objects sold
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