Asian Art Online Auction

July 10, 2014

LOT 94

Lot 94

Finely Painted ‘Lotus and Shou’ Enamel Plate, 18th Century

Finely Painted ‘Lotus and Shou’ Enamel Plate, 18th Century
Lot 94 Details
Finely Painted ‘Lotus and Shou’ Enamel Plate, 18th Century

With a shallow interior rising towards a gilt foliate rim, the cavetto decorated with blooming peonies and four elegant phoenixes surrounding a central ‘shou’ roundel, all against a deep cobalt ground
diameter 10.2" — 26 cm.
Fonthill Heirlooms sticker

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Finely Painted ‘Lotus and Shou’ Enamel Plate, 18th Century
  • Finely Painted ‘Lotus and Shou’ Enamel Plate, 18th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

area along the rim extensively restored and damages, underside of edge with many hairline fractures, interior edge overpainted

LOT 94
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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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