Chinese bronze and cloisonné incense burner with Fo lion - L - Lot 188

Chinese bronze and cloisonné incense burner with Fo lion - Late Qing dynasty, XIXᵉ century Bronze perfume burner decorated with polychrome cloisonné enamels, featuring stylized floral motifs on a turquoise and blue background. The side handles feature dragon heads in relief. The openwork lid is surmounted by a Fo lion (Shishi) holding a ball under its paw, a traditional symbol of protection and authority. The body rests on three feet and shows a dark brown patina on the unglazed bronze parts. Details: origin China; late Qing dynasty period, XIXᵉ century; materials bronze and cloisonné enamel; height 30 cm; width 22 cm; weight 1.87 kg; condition good old condition with wear and light traces of use consistent with age.