CHINA, 20th century - Lot 141

Lot n° 141
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CHINA, 20th century - Lot 141
CHINA, 20th century Set of two malachite pieces Consisting of a small, lidded incense burner made of carved malachite in an archaic style, with a quadrangular body resting on four short feet, the entire piece featuring a relief decoration of taotie masks and Greek fret friezes, flanked by two handles in the shape of chimera heads with rings, the handle of the quadrangular lid, and a group depicting a child riding a three-legged toad. With matching wooden bases. Height: 7 and 14 cm Provenance: Private collection in Nice, acquired by the parents of the current owners on the French art market.
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