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A PAIR OF CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL GU-FORM VASES
QING DYNASTY (1644-1911)
Each vessel is intricately decorated to the fared neck with stylised cicada blades above a band of serpents,
interspersed with archaistic taotie motifs, all reserved on a classic scroll diaper ground. The bulbous mid
section and foot are decorated with further taotie divided by vertical fanges. The interior of the rim is
adorned with elaborate animal masks.
12º in. (31.2 cm.) high (2)
£15,000-25,000 US$19,000-31,000
€17,000-28,000
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