A TIBETAN STYLE CLOISONNE PEAR-SHAPED EWER AND COVER CHINA It rests on a tall spread foot and has a pear-shaped body. The handle is shaped has a dragon whilst the arch-shaped spout is adorned wit a dragon. It is topped by a dome-shaped lid linked to the handle by a chain. It is adorned in cloisonne enamels with archaic frontal four-clawed dragons within peach-shaped medallions of red color against a blue ground with numerous auspicious symbols such as the Eight Treasures of Buddhism. H: 28,5 cm Weight: 864,2 grams Note: The ‘Eight Treasures’ (babao - 八宝), also known as the ‘Eight Precious Things’ and the ‘Eight Auspicious Treasures’, may consist of eight ordinary symbols, the eight precious organs of the Buddha's body, the eight auspicious signs, or the various emblems of the eight Taoist Immortals. 藏式景泰蓝梨形带盖壶 中国 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.