Rare Circular Basin in Cloisonné Enamel and Gilded Bronze – Imperial Dragon Motif - Bronze - China - Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
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Bronze with polychrome cloisonné enamel from the Qing Dynasty (Qianlong period), Rare Circular Basin with Imperial Dragon motif, mounted on a carved wooden stand, 6 cm high and 20 cm in diameter, provenance: private collection, authenticity: original.
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General Description
Magnificent and large circular bronze basin with cloisonné enamel in an imperial style, dating from the Qing dynasty. The work rests on an elegant, custom-made carved and pierced wooden stand.
The basin heart is richly decorated with a powerful facing five-clawed dragon (a symbol strictly reserved for the Emperor and the imperial family), its sinuous body enamelled in yellow and gold. It lunges after the flaming sacred pearl (a symbol of wisdom and spiritual energy), enamelled in blue and coral at the center. The basin's bottom is lined with a dense network of stylized clouds (Ruyi) on a black background.
The reverse of the piece is just as refined, adorned with wave motifs, turquoise foaming waves, and gold clouds on a lacquered or black textured enamel background.
The Reign Mark
On the reverse, a square blue enamel plaque in relief presents the four-character honorific or dating mark: “乾隆年造” (Qianlong Nian Zao - Made under the reign of Qianlong), inscribed in fine gilding.
Technical Details & Dimensions
• Materials: Bronze, multicolored cloisonné enamel, fine gilding, precious wooden support.
• Basin dimensions: Height: 6 cm | Diameter: 20 cm.
• Stand dimensions: Height: 13 cm.
• Period / Style: Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period/style (18th–19th century).
• Technique: Cloisonné with perfectly formed brass/gilded wires, thick enamels applied in the cells.
Condition Report
Objects in generally good condition for its age, showing a small loss of material indicated by an arrow in the photos. Some micro-lacunae of enamel natural (firing pits), slight wear to the gilding on the edges and on the cloison wires, characteristic of antique pieces. No major damage or structural restoration to report. Comes with the round custom wooden stand in good condition.
General Description
Magnificent and large circular bronze basin with cloisonné enamel in an imperial style, dating from the Qing dynasty. The work rests on an elegant, custom-made carved and pierced wooden stand.
The basin heart is richly decorated with a powerful facing five-clawed dragon (a symbol strictly reserved for the Emperor and the imperial family), its sinuous body enamelled in yellow and gold. It lunges after the flaming sacred pearl (a symbol of wisdom and spiritual energy), enamelled in blue and coral at the center. The basin's bottom is lined with a dense network of stylized clouds (Ruyi) on a black background.
The reverse of the piece is just as refined, adorned with wave motifs, turquoise foaming waves, and gold clouds on a lacquered or black textured enamel background.
The Reign Mark
On the reverse, a square blue enamel plaque in relief presents the four-character honorific or dating mark: “乾隆年造” (Qianlong Nian Zao - Made under the reign of Qianlong), inscribed in fine gilding.
Technical Details & Dimensions
• Materials: Bronze, multicolored cloisonné enamel, fine gilding, precious wooden support.
• Basin dimensions: Height: 6 cm | Diameter: 20 cm.
• Stand dimensions: Height: 13 cm.
• Period / Style: Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period/style (18th–19th century).
• Technique: Cloisonné with perfectly formed brass/gilded wires, thick enamels applied in the cells.
Condition Report
Objects in generally good condition for its age, showing a small loss of material indicated by an arrow in the photos. Some micro-lacunae of enamel natural (firing pits), slight wear to the gilding on the edges and on the cloison wires, characteristic of antique pieces. No major damage or structural restoration to report. Comes with the round custom wooden stand in good condition.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
China
Material
Bronze
Height
6 cm
Width
20 cm
Title of artwork
Rare Circular Basin in Cloisonné Enamel and Gilded Bronze – Imperial Dragon Motif
Depth
20 cm
Condition
Fair condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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