$431
Pair of Cloisonne Temple Pagodas, China, 19th/20th century, structured in three parts, the hexagonal double-roof top with phoenix finials, the mid-column with an openwork repousse dragon and cloud design, and the round double-lotus pedestal with a taotie mask design, topped with a fenced balcony, ht. to 40 1/2 in. Estimate $2,000-3,000 some details of the brass works with warpings, retouches, dents, and distortions, one of the rooftops missing a finial, loss of enamels and retouches to cloisonne details, traces of repairs including that on one of the bottom pedestals. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-09-14
