A French gilt-bronze mounted Chinese cloisonne jardiniere, c.1880, the body decorated with birds, butterflies and chrysanthemums, the pierced foot with stylised masks, zinc liner, 22cm high, 24cm diameter

A French gilt-bronze mounted Chinese cloisonne jardiniere, c.1880, the body decorated with birds, butterflies and chrysanthemums, the pierced foot with stylised masks, zinc liner, 22cm high, 24cm diameter
The cloisonne body in good condition. The gilded mounts with light wear and small spots of tarnishing. The interior with verdi gris. The zinc liner with tarnishing consistent with age and use.