Bronze - China - Late 20th century

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Lot of 5 Asian cloisonné enamel objects from China dating to the mid-20th century, including a box with an integrated abacus, a pair of green vases, a beige/gold miniature flask, and a red/gold miniature vase, all in good original condition with measurements shown in the photos.

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Fascinating lot consisting of 5 Asian art objects in cloisonné enamel dating to the mid-20th century (roughly 1950s-1960s). A very elegant decorative set, ideal for collectors of Chinese art and eclectic tastes.
The lot includes:
1 Box with Integrated Abacus: A very rare and finely worked rectangular box. The lid houses a small, functioning abacus with golden beads (as shown in image_5.png and image_6.png). The sides of the box are decorated with raised imperial dragon motifs on a cobalt blue background, pursuing the blazing pearl (as visible in image_7.png). The interior is entirely gold.
2 Pair of Green Vases (2 pieces): Two vases matching on an emerald green background with rich lotus floral motifs (as shown in image_2.png).
3 Beige/Yellow Miniature Vase: A charming flask-shaped miniature vase with floral motifs on a light beige geometric background (visible in image_3.png and image_5.png).
4 Red/Gold Miniature Vase: A tiny and refined vase with gilded foliate and floral motifs on a red background (visible in image_4.png).
Details and Dimensions
Precise measurements are visible in the photos with a tape measure (image.png, image_9.png, image_10.png).
Origin: China
Era: 1950s-1960s (Republic / Early People's Republic)
Material: Cloisonné enamel on copper/brass
Approximate Dimensions:
Abacus Box: Length about 10 cm, Height about 5.5 cm
Pair of Green Vases: Height about 11 cm
Beige Vase: Height about 7 cm
Red Miniature Vase: Height about 5 cm
Conditions
Condition: Good overall, in line with age and use of the objects. The enamels are vivid and glossy. The interior and exterior gilding of the box shows a beautiful patina of time (visible in image_6.png). No structural dents or significant enamel losses are evident. Please view carefully the full photo gallery (from image.png to image_10.png) which forms an integral part of the description.
Fast and traceable shipping via express courier. The items will be packed individually with extreme care (bubble wrap and reinforced box) to guarantee total protection during transport.

Fascinating lot consisting of 5 Asian art objects in cloisonné enamel dating to the mid-20th century (roughly 1950s-1960s). A very elegant decorative set, ideal for collectors of Chinese art and eclectic tastes.
The lot includes:
1 Box with Integrated Abacus: A very rare and finely worked rectangular box. The lid houses a small, functioning abacus with golden beads (as shown in image_5.png and image_6.png). The sides of the box are decorated with raised imperial dragon motifs on a cobalt blue background, pursuing the blazing pearl (as visible in image_7.png). The interior is entirely gold.
2 Pair of Green Vases (2 pieces): Two vases matching on an emerald green background with rich lotus floral motifs (as shown in image_2.png).
3 Beige/Yellow Miniature Vase: A charming flask-shaped miniature vase with floral motifs on a light beige geometric background (visible in image_3.png and image_5.png).
4 Red/Gold Miniature Vase: A tiny and refined vase with gilded foliate and floral motifs on a red background (visible in image_4.png).
Details and Dimensions
Precise measurements are visible in the photos with a tape measure (image.png, image_9.png, image_10.png).
Origin: China
Era: 1950s-1960s (Republic / Early People's Republic)
Material: Cloisonné enamel on copper/brass
Approximate Dimensions:
Abacus Box: Length about 10 cm, Height about 5.5 cm
Pair of Green Vases: Height about 11 cm
Beige Vase: Height about 7 cm
Red Miniature Vase: Height about 5 cm
Conditions
Condition: Good overall, in line with age and use of the objects. The enamels are vivid and glossy. The interior and exterior gilding of the box shows a beautiful patina of time (visible in image_6.png). No structural dents or significant enamel losses are evident. Please view carefully the full photo gallery (from image.png to image_10.png) which forms an integral part of the description.
Fast and traceable shipping via express courier. The items will be packed individually with extreme care (bubble wrap and reinforced box) to guarantee total protection during transport.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Late 20th century
Number of objects
5
Country of Origin
China
Material
Bronze
Height
10 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Authenticity
Original/official
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