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A 20th Century Chinese Porcelain Table Lantern (SINGLE ITEM)

$565per set
$1,750per set67% Off
£427.07per set
£1,322.78per set67% Off
€490.78per set
€1,520.11per set67% Off
CA$786.76per set
CA$2,436.86per set67% Off
A$875.24per set
A$2,710.91per set67% Off
CHF 458.81per set
CHF 1,421.09per set67% Off
MX$10,695.18per set
MX$33,126.68per set67% Off
NOK 5,842.38per set
NOK 18,095.86per set67% Off
SEK 5,499.79per set
SEK 17,034.75per set67% Off
DKK 3,663.48per set
DKK 11,347.07per set67% Off
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About the Item

Pair of very fine Chinese butterfly decorated table lanterns, 20th century. In the tradition of marriage lanterns. Composed of four parts each. Finely enameled decorated borders with butterflies on a pristine white ground. The undersides and interiors unglazed revealing very fine porcelain. Unusual form dating from the 1920s-1950s. Each of the four parts beautifully made and fit precisely. One small chip on the top rim lip of the base on one lantern.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Diameter: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. One small chip on the top rim lip of one lantern base as noted and photos. No cracks. NOT VISIBLE when parts are assembled.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: f1049418071911459733fs

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