
A Black Lacquer Stem Cup
Inlaid using different coloured pieces of iridescent mother of pearl
With two Phoenix among bamboo and peony in a rocky setting
Base and interior with silvered metal
Kangxi 17/18thC
Height: 3 1/2″ (8.85 cm)
Diameter of bowl: 3 5/8″ (9.2 cm)
Condition: crack around top of stem with flakes
Cracks and chips in lacquer surface