California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 September 24, 2017  September 24, 2017

 Lot # 3484 
A SMALL CLOISONNE ENAMEL 'MELON' CIRCULAR COVER BOX    明 銅胎掐絲琺瑯圓蓋盒


  • Dimension: Height: 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm) Diameter: 4 7/8 in (12.4 cm)
  • Estimate From: $800
  • Estimate To: $1600

Of circular form, the box enamelled with two large melons and fruits borne on leafy branches, the side decorated with lotus scrolls, the base with six character WANLI mark, all reserved on turquoise ground. Ming Dynasty period.