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The vase stands on an ormolu (gilt bronze) base, which is decorated with scrollwork. The base is set on three C-scroll feet, the tops of which feature ring handles. The body of the vase is crafted from the deep blue gemstone, lapis lazuli, and is composed of a bulbous lower body, topped by a tall, shaped neck fitted with two ormolu handles. These handles take the form of Chinese guardian lions (or fo dogs) with rings in their mouths. The vase is covered by a domed lapis lazuli lid, the bottom of which is edged with ormolu ruyi heads. The lid is crowned by an ormolu pomegranate finial.
19th Century
Lapis Lazuli, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze)
77 cm / 30.3 inches
37 cm / 14.6 inches
30 cm / 11.8 inches
Reference:
16131B
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