Lot 146 Dα

An ormolu-mounted Dehua blanc de Chine horn-form libation cup. Kangxi period (1662-1722)

Modelled in the shape of a rhinoceros horn cup, applied with flowering branches of magnolia and prunus and shaped as feet, all covered with a white glaze. A narrow profile around the lip rim with a lambrequin motif in fire gilt bronze. Organically-shaped hinged handle fastened with hooks in the side loops.
H 6.6 cm.