A SMALL GOURD CRICKET CAGE WITH IVORY FITTINGS, BY CHEN JINTANG

Early 20th Century, according to the inventory Decorated in impressed technique with a garden scene of flowers, trees, birds and rocks in a garden Ivory fittings, the tortoiseshell cover carved and pierced with animals amongst scrolling vines and grapes 12cm high / 142g Provenance: Purchased from Theresa Coleman Fine Arts in 1995 Condition: Overall in very good condition Inventory: CC11 Note: Chen Jintang was a master in this technique and was active during the turn of the Century Special Notice: Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. CITES is required to export this lot.