I.16
Inlaid Lotus

Inlaid traditional enamels on copper, with gold (cloisonné); with a flat lip, slightly concave foot, and flat foot rim; each main side with a similar design of an Indian lotus between neck and shoulder bands of formalized lingzhi 靈芝; the exterior exposed metal originally gilt
Probably palace workshops, Beijing, 1680 –1710
Height: 5.4 cm
Mouth/lip: 0.90/1.40 cm
Stopper: gilt bronze, chased with a formalized floral design

Provenance:
Y. F. Yang & Co., Hong Kong
Dr. Martin Roshco
Nili Gitig
Bonhams, New York, 20 March 2012, lot 62