Cloisonné enamel vase on copper with a deer motif, China, early 20th century The body, with a white-enameled base, features a polychrome decoration known as the “hundred deer” motif. The deer are depicted in various poses amid rocks, pine trees, wutong trees, and other vegetation. The lower part of the body is decorated with a frieze of lotus petals, and the foot with small flowers. Ruyi heads adorn the top of the neck, flanked by two deer heads made of copper alloy with a brown patina. Traces of gilding remain at the base. Height: 28.5 cm