A finely crafted perfume burner in copper alloy with cloisonné enamel decoration. The vessel is adorned with polychrome depictions of playful children amidst flowering foliage, framed by a continuous arabesque pattern on a turquoise ground. The upper rim is decorated with archaistic taotie-style motifs engraved in relief. The bowl is equipped with two stylized openwork handles—both of which appear to have been reattached or glued back, with visible metal losses to the upper tips. This piece exemplifies the vibrant cloisonné artistry produced in China during the late Qing dynasty.
Details:
• Origin: China
• Date: Late 19th century
• Material: Copper alloy, cloisonné enamel
• Dimensions: Height: 12 cm (4.7 in); Width with handles: 19 cm (7.5 in)
• Condition: Antique condition. Both handles reattached or glued, with metal losses on the upper sections (see photos). Minor enamel loss and signs of age.
(The photographs form an integral part of the description.)
A well-placed antique does more than decorate a room - it gives it authorship. Against a contemporary interior, older objects introduce texture, balance and a sense of permanence that cannot be replicated by newly made pieces alone.
This is the principle behind the LÜRON selection. We look for works that carry historical character with ease, and that feel as convincing in a Paris apartment as they do in a more modern architectural setting.
