A pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel figures of deer, Qing…
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A pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel figures of deer, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the lovely standing figures, with their heads turned, one facing to the left, the other to the right in mirror image, finely cast with gilt metal antlers, ears and hoofs. Their bodies decorated with scattered flower-heads of pink and blue in gilt outline, a black mane all on a lovely apple green ground, their faces finely detailed, the eyes with turquoise, and navy, their mouths with red enamel lips and white teeth, 25 cm high, 14 cm length (2). Other Notes: for a similarly decorated figure of a deer, please see Christie's, Hong Kong, 30 May 2012, Lot 3929, also see Christie's London, 12 November 2004, Lot 415

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  • Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.
  • Ming Dynasty - The Ming Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. It succeeded the Yuan Dynasty and preceded the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty was established by Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk who became a rebel leader and eventually overthrew the Mongol Yuan Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, China experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The government was centralized and bureaucratic, with the emperor at the top of the hierarchy. The Ming Dynasty is known for its cultural achievements, including the development of porcelain, the invention of movable type printing, and the construction of the Great Wall of China.

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