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Vintage Chinese Enamel Dragon Bookends

$755per set
$1,200per set37% Off
£577.24per set
£917.46per set37% Off
€664.86per set
€1,056.73per set37% Off
CA$1,057.99per set
CA$1,681.57per set37% Off
A$1,181.14per set
A$1,877.31per set37% Off
CHF 618.90per set
CHF 983.68per set37% Off
MX$14,458.34per set
MX$22,980.15per set37% Off
NOK 7,860.05per set
NOK 12,492.79per set37% Off
SEK 7,411.03per set
SEK 11,779.12per set37% Off
DKK 4,961.93per set
DKK 7,886.51per set37% Off
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About the Item

From a private collection, a spectacular pair of solid brass enameled bookends. Each features a gilded dragon emerging from ocean waves that meet the clouds, all five talons extended in pursuit of a fiery orb. The dragon's head strains forward in a roar, with bulging eyes and a robust body defined by a rigid spine and curled, muscular, and scaled tail. A beautiful emerald green border with a longevity motif frames this auspicious scene, highlighting the brilliant use of saturated silvery blue, cobalt, red, and gold enamels. Below, a gold-framed panel depicts heavenly clouds against a blue sky. The entire composition symbolizes good fortune and prosperity. In extraordinary condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Somis, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 57241stDibs: LU2957343158622

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