Mother-of-pearl marquetry table tray \u2013 China, late 19th century<\/p>\n
A magnificent oval tray in precious wood, richly decorated with finely inlaid mother-of-pearl marquetry. The decoration, of great finesse, shows two imperial dragons moving among celestial clouds at the centre of the composition \u2014 a traditional symbol of power, prosperity and protection.<\/p>\n
Around this central scene unfolds abundant vegetation of lotus, peonies, bamboo and seasonal flowers, accompanied by delicately rendered birds. Each element is meticulously cut from mother-of-pearl, whose iridescent reflections vary with the light and animate the surface with a subtle glow.<\/p>\n
Made at the end of the Qing dynasty, this tray bears witness to the refinement of Chinese workshops specialising in the decorative arts destined for notable houses and prestigious export.<\/p>\n
Today it can be used as a table tray, a decorative wall tray, a gueridon top, or simply as a work of art in its own right.<\/p>\n
A spectacular piece where the poetry of nature meets Chinese imperial symbolism, in a fascinating play of light and material.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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