Asian Art Auction

November 28, 2016

LOT 216

Lot 216

A Chinese Claire-de-Lune Archaistic Hu Vase

A Chinese Claire-de-Lune Archaistic Hu Vase
Lot 216 Details
A Chinese Claire-de-Lune Archaistic Hu Vase

粉青釉弦紋鋪首尊

Of archaistic hu-form, the well-potted ovoid body with a short neck, the sloping shoulders flanked by a pair of monster-head ring handles moulded along the tapering rounded sides and supported on a subtly spreading foot, pale-blueish glazed applied throughout
height 12.4" — 31.5 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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A Chinese Claire-de-Lune Archaistic Hu Vase
  • A Chinese Claire-de-Lune Archaistic Hu Vase

CONDITION DETAILS

Good condition, firing flaws to base

LOT 216
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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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