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AN EXCEPTIONALLY RARE AND LARGE PAIR OF CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL 'SACRIFICIAL' SHEEP, QIANLONG TO
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04月16日 下午5点 开拍 /14天2小时
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AN EXCEPTIONALLY RARE AND LARGE PAIR OF CLOISONNé ENAMEL 'SACRIFICIAL' SHEEP, QIANLONG TO JIAQING, FOR THE ISLAMIC MARKETExpert's note: This pair of exceptionally rare cloisonné sheep, with their white bodies and contrasting black heads and limbs, was created for the Islamic market during the Qianlong or Jiaqing periods (1735-1821). There is a closely related example of such sheep standing on plinths with Arabic inscriptions translating to 'the sacrificial lamb' (see auction result comparison), a symbol of divine grace and obedience to God, most famously represented in the story of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his son. The present pair possibly once stood on similar plinths.Each finely cast in mirror image, standing foursquare with the heads gently turned to the side and the mouths slightly agape, exquisitely enameled with white coats sharply contrasted by black heads, ears, and legs, all detailed with a dense pattern of wire curls articulating the animals' shaggy fur. (2)Provenance: British trade. Acquired from an estate in London, United Kingdom. Condition: Good condition with old wear and expected manufacturing irregularities including pitting and few small firing cracks. Some rubbing to gilt, few small bruises and losses to enamels mainly to the ears, some with associated old fills, light scratches, some wires slightly loosened around the mouth and ears. Overall presenting exceptionally well.Weight: 2.5 kg and 2.6 kg Dimensions: Length 44 cm (each)Cloisonné objects produced for the Islamic and Persian markets during the Qing dynasty, particularly under Emperor Qianlong, represent a fascinating confluence of artistic traditions. During this period, China was not only a major political power but also a central hub for international trade. The Silk Road and maritime routes brought Chinese artisans into contact with foreign markets, including those in Persia and the Islamic world.The Qianlong period was one of flourishing cultural exchange, with the Emperor himself being a keen patron of the arts and eager to blend Chinese traditional motifs with influences from the West, the Middle East, and Central Asia. The blending of these influences produced some of the most remarkable and coveted decorative arts of the period, marking a high point in the history of Chinese export art. However, due to the aniconic nature of Islamic art, the depiction of animal figures was rare, as Islamic patrons preferred abstraction over realistic portrayals of living beings.Despite this, Chinese artisans found ways to integrate animal motifs, such as the sacrificial lamb, into their cloisonné works—though often in stylized or abstracted forms. These objects demonstrate the fusion of cultures and artistic traditions, where Chinese artisans adopted foreign styles while still maintaining their unique craftsmanship. Today, they are highly prized by collectors for their intricate design, rich history, and the evidence they provide of cultural exchange during the Qing Dynasty.Literature comparison:Compare a related cloisonné enamel brush holder in the form of a ram and shepherd, with a Qianlong mark and of the period, 16 cm long, in the Beijing Palace Museum, accession number 故00116223.Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Christie's New York, 18 September 2014, lot 649Price: USD 293,000 or approx. EUR 341,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing: A pair of massive cloisonné enamel figures of sheepExpert remark: Compare the closely related modeling, decoration, and subject. Note the much larger size (122 cm), as well as the plinths, each with an Arabic inscription translating to 'the sacrificial lamb'. Further note that Christie's lot essay mentions that similar figures of animals on plinths date back to the Qianlong period. The price eventually realized for this pair very clearly suggests an earlier dating than '20th century'.

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