Asian Art Auction

June 18, 2010

LOT 213

Lot 213

Pair of Famille Rose Butterfly Bowls, Qianlong mark, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Pair of Famille Rose Butterfly Bowls, Qianlong mark, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Lot 213 Details
Pair of Famille Rose Butterfly Bowls, Qianlong mark, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

With fluted sides and scalloped rims, the exterior with butterflies amongst gourds
diameter 7.7" — 19.6 cm.
six-character Qianlong mark

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $660
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Acquired by the great-grandfather of the present owners in Southern China during the late Qing Dynasty

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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