A fine and rare Chinese cloisonne vase 17th century, with gilt-bronze flanges, rim and base, decorated with a lotus design. Provenance: Sydney private collection, purchased 1983,from Dr Blaxland collection, purchased in Peking,; Ex. Summer Palace, Peking (by repute) reference: See Chinese cloisonne, the Pierre Uldry collection, cat No. 180 and 181 for similar examples