Auction on
30 March 2021 - 14:00 (CEST) -
Salle 6 - Hôtel Drouot - 75009
Deer are a recurring theme in Chinese art. This bronze stands out for its size and quality chasing.
China, Qianlong period (1736-1795). Bronze deer with traces of gilding, standing with its right leg bent, spotted coat, 73 x 67 cm (28.75 x 26.38 in). Estimate: €80,000/120,000
China, Qianlong period (1736-1795). Bronze deer with traces of gilding, standing with its right leg bent, spotted coat, 73 x 67 cm (28.75 x 26.38 in). Estimate: €80,000/120,000
Sale expert Alice Jossaume says she has never seen a sculpture of a deer this size. She is also struck by its grace, elegant posture, patina, fine execution, delicate folds at the base of the neck and spotted coat. Such artistry seems too precious for a garden of the Summer Palace.…
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