Asian Art

December 11, 2009

LOT 232

Lot 232

Pair of Millefleur Medallion Vases, Qianlong Mark, Qing Dynasty, Guangxu Period (1875-1908)

Pair of Millefleur Medallion Vases, Qianlong Mark, Qing Dynasty, Guangxu Period (1875-1908)
Lot 232 Details
Pair of Millefleur Medallion Vases, Qianlong Mark, Qing Dynasty, Guangxu Period (1875-1908)

Of elongated ovoid form rising to a short neck and slight flaring rim, two large medallions with pheasant on bamboo on one side, and a magpie on the other, all on a rich millefleur ground
height 13.8" — 35 cm.
spurious six-character Qianlong mark

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $2,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

A Collection of Porcelain from a Chinese-Canadian Family. Formed in China during the 1920’s and 1930’s and brought to Canada in the 1960’s.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 232
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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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