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A tortoiseshell libation-cup


A tortoiseshell libation-cup

Lot-No. 930


China, late Qing-dynasty (1644-1911). Light and dark-brown tortoiseshell. Shape of a traditional libation-cup with handle and projecting rim. Combined of single pieces of tortoise-shell. The wall, lip and handle with carved relief, including depictions of foliage, fruits and persons. H. 12,5 cm.

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A tortoiseshell libation-cup


A tortoiseshell libation-cup

Lot-No. 930

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China, late Qing-dynasty (1644-1911). Light and dark-brown tortoiseshell. Shape of a traditional libation-cup with handle and projecting rim. Combined of single pieces of tortoise-shell. The wall, lip and handle with carved relief, including depictions of foliage, fruits and persons. H. 12,5 cm.

A tortoiseshell libation-cup
A tortoiseshell libation-cup