China Circa 1800: Very Large Offering Altar In The Shape Of A Lacquer
China circa 1800: very large offering altar in the form of a "chanab" in lacquer, gilded and polychrome wood.Made in China and used mainly in Southeast Asia, particularly Singapore, by the Peranakan ethnic group, also known as Baba-nyonya.Shaped like a ship and finished with great care and precision in the carving.Relief-lacquered panels with animated cartouche paintings and flowery landscapes.A masterpiece of Asian art in two separable bodies supported by fantastic carved and gilded animals.Feet in a total of six very large sculptures.H 112 X W 215 X D 102.
7 500 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Lacquer
Width: 215
Height: 112
Depth: 102
Reference (ID): 1767982
Availability: In stock
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