Line Cloisonné Cup With Dragons, Sig. Zhengde, China, 1920s/30s.

Cloisonné Cup With Dragons, Sig. Zhengde, China, 1920s/30s.
Measures : Ø30cm H: 8,5cm 
Materials : copper - enamel

Bowl made using the cloisonné or cellular enamel technique on a copper vessel. The decoration features the popular motif of dragons chasing a pearl.
China, Republic period, 1920s/30s. Signature of the Ming Dynasty Emperor Zhengde (1506-1521) on the base.
Symbolism: The dragon in Chinese culture is a symbol of strength, protection and cosmic energy, while the sacred pearl symbolizes wisdom and knowledge.
Good condition, minor damage.