Asian Art

May 1520, 2021
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LOT 309

Lot 309

A Rare Black Oribe Tea Bowl (Chawan) with a Christian Cross, Edo Period (1615-1868)

A Rare Black Oribe Tea Bowl (Chawan) with a Christian Cross, Edo Period (1615-1868)
Lot 309 Details
A Rare Black Oribe Tea Bowl (Chawan) with a Christian Cross, Edo Period (1615-1868)

The kutsugata (clog-shaped) body applied with a bluish-black glaze save for a patch of cream painted in brown iron-oxide with a rare Christian cross pattée
3.3 x 5.1 x 4.6 in — 8.4 x 13 x 11.7 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,200

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A Rare Black Oribe Tea Bowl (Chawan) with a Christian Cross, Edo Period (1615-1868)
  • A Rare Black Oribe Tea Bowl (Chawan) with a Christian Cross, Edo Period (1615-1868)
  • A Rare Black Oribe Tea Bowl (Chawan) with a Christian Cross, Edo Period (1615-1868)

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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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