18TH-19TH CENTURY

It is unusual to find a pair of cloisonne enamel censers of this size, lavish quality and workmanship. The auspicious wishes within the decorative scheme conveys an abundance of blessings on the onlooker. The symbolism of melons and butterflies is an auspicious one and forms the rebus for 'numerous descendants'. The melon with its seeds symbolises many sons and grandsons, while the butterfly symbolizes blessings, happiness and longevity.