Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 172

Lot 172

A Large Blue and White Scrolling Lotus Jar and Cover, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)

A Large Blue and White Scrolling Lotus Jar and Cover, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)
Lot 172 Details
A Large Blue and White Scrolling Lotus Jar and Cover, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)

清康熙 青花纏枝蓮大罐 配棕櫚木蓋

Heavily and well potted, decorated throughout with a dense scrolling lotus motif, with a repeating ruyi head border beneath the rim, with a palm wood cover carved with ruyi heads, surmounted by a lotus bud finial
height 18.4" — 46.7 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,599
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

A similar example was sold at Christie’s London, September 10, 2014, lot 620

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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