Bidspirit auction | CHINESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL HORSES CHARGER,

CHINESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL HORSES CHARGER, 20TH C. - A large Chinese cloisonne enamel on bronze charger plate, maker untraced, twentieth century. Executed in polychrome enamels separated by fine gilt-metal cloisons, the shallow interior depicts a pastoral scene of ten horses grazing, galloping, rearing, and rolling amidst grassy hills, pine and willow trees, rocky outcrops, and swirling clouds beneath jagged mountain peaks. Framing the composition is a deep cobalt blue border decorated with stylized scrolling motifs and bounded by a gilt rim. The exterior cavetto features a pattern of six-petaled blossoms over a turquoise ground above a straight foot ring encircled by a floral scroll band. The recessed turquoise-enameled base is unmarked and fitted with a twisted black hanging wire threaded through two small holes in the inner foot rim. oriental, asian, equestrian, decorative, platter, tray, beijing, vintage, collectible, wall Dimensions D: 20 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Condition appears consistent with age. The cloisonne enamel surfaces show minor manufacturing pinholes, light surface wear, and subtle scratches. The gilt bronze rims exhibit light tarnish and minor rubbing, and the inner foot ring is pierced with two small holes fitted with a twisted hanging wire.