Asian Art

October 1621, 2021
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LOT 203

Lot 203

A Set of Seven Imari Nanban 'Black Ships' Pattern Sweetmeat Dishes, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century

A Set of Seven Imari Nanban 'Black Ships' Pattern Sweetmeat Dishes, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
Lot 203 Details
A Set of Seven Imari Nanban 'Black Ships' Pattern Sweetmeat Dishes, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century

All decorated with gilt, iron-red, green, yellow, black and aubergine enamels against underglaze cobalt blue, depicting a Dutch trading ship to the centre and Dutchmen along the borders, all set on a red lacquer tray
tray diameter 13 in — 33 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Set of Seven Imari Nanban 'Black Ships' Pattern Sweetmeat Dishes, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • A Set of Seven Imari Nanban 'Black Ships' Pattern Sweetmeat Dishes, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • A Set of Seven Imari Nanban 'Black Ships' Pattern Sweetmeat Dishes, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
Note:

For other wares with the same pattern, see Bonhams Edinburgh, November 15, 2018, lot 39; and Christie's London, July 7, 2016, lots 68 and 69

Bonhams Edinburgh, November 15, 2018, lot 39
Christie's London, July 7, 2016, lot 68
Christie's London, July 7, 2016, lot 69

CONDITION DETAILS

kintsugi repair to the central dish

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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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