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19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs

About the Item

An exceptional palatial quality pair of 19th century Chinese cloisonné Fu dogs featuring gold gilding over copper. Chinese cloisonné objects were intended primarily for the furnishing of temples and palaces, because their flamboyant splendor was considered appropriate to the function of these structures but not well suited to a more restrained atmosphere, such as that of a scholar’s home. This opinion was expressed by Cao Zhao (or Cao Mingzhong) in 1388 in his influential Gegu Yaolun (Guide to the Study of Antiquities), in which cloisonné was dismissed as being suitable only for lady’s Chambers. However, by the period of Emperor Xuande, this ware came to be greatly prized at court. Overall Dimensions Including Bases: Left fu dog 27"W x 26"H x 14.5"D: Right fu dog: 23.5"W x25.5"H x 15.5"D Base Dimensions Only: 21.75"W x 14.25"D x 9.5"H
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 14.25 in (36.2 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Enamel,Glass,Cloissoné,Enameled,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Cloisonné in exceptional 100+ year old quality with surface wear consistent with age and use. One gilt fur ribbon missing on right paw of right fu dog. Please see additional dimensions in description.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU107661530082
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