221 - Circular cloisonné enamel planter on copper, China, Qianlong period (1736–1795)

Circular cloisonné enamel planter on copper, China, Qianlong period (1736–1795) Flared in shape and resting on a small circular foot, with a continuous decoration of polychrome interlacing and foliage on a turquoise background, punctuated by rosettes and stylized flowers, the body adorned with four large lobed medallions on a dark blue background containing radiant floral compositions rendered in red, yellow, green, blue, white, and pink, the whole outlined by gilded copper partitions. The upper rim and base are accented with gilded copper alloy mounts; the pedestal is adorned with a floral frieze on a turquoise background. The upper rim bears a six-character Qianlong imperial mark, chiseled as Da Qing Qianlong Nian Zhi - 大清乾隆年製 - “Made during the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Great Qing Dynasty.” Height: 17.5 cm; diameter: 21.4 cm Wear to the gilding and slight discoloration of the enamels; a few small chips and visible enamel chips; scratches and oxidation from normal use; overall condition satisfactory. Provenance: Ternant Castle.