Description † A MING DYNASTY CLOISONÉ WINE CUPChina, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Of deep rounded sides with gilt rim, decorated with swirling patterns, the exterior with two mythical beasts.Condition: Good condition, minor wear, few small losses, minor nicks, light scratches. Provenance: Private collection, Bangkok, Thailand. Acquired in the Japanese trade.Weight: 47 gDimensions: Diameter 5.9 cmAuction result comparison:Compare a closely related cloisonné wine cup, 16th century, 7.6 cm diameter, sold at Sotheby's Hong Kong in for China/5000 years on 26 May 2021, lot 413, for HKD 88,200.