Lot 306: A Chinese Cloisonné Lidded Box with Islamic Calligraphy,...
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A Chinese Cloisonné Lidded Box with Islamic Calligraphy, 19th Century.
A rectangular lidded box with a bright turquoise-blue enamel interior and a matching cloisonné exterior. The sides are bordered by a continuous red fretwork band over a swirling blue ground with pink blossoms at intervals. The top features an ornate cartouche framed by floral scrolls in vibrant enamel, centring a cream medallion filled with swirling patterns and large black Arabic calligraphy.
Approximately 14 x 9.7 x 4.5cm ( hxlxw)
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London collector.
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