Asian Art - 12th November 2008

Lot 1443

**An unusual Chinese turquoise glazed and ormolu mounted inkstand

Estimate £5,000 - £6,000

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Description

**An unusual Chinese turquoise glazed and ormolu mounted inkstand, formed as three libation cups with hinged lids joined by elaborate scrolling foliage and tendrils, raised on a semi circular platform on three tall mask feet, the top palisaded with a gilded arcade, 18th/19th century, 26cm.