518:  Encased Gilted Carving

This is a rare item.  It is a very thickly carved gilted carved of a dragon and phoenix amongst foliage.  The carving is unequaled with amazing detail.  It is deeply carved approx. 3" thick.  It has been professionally mounted in a nice Plexiglas case with black sides with a red felt backing. The gold gilt is as rich today as the day it was made.  It measures 13.5" tall, 25" wide, and 4" thick.
Circa of carving probably 19th century

(white spots are camera glare)