28 avril 2017
A large Longquan celadon jar and cover, guan, 16th-17th century
Lot 124. A large Longquan celadon jar and cover, guan, 16th-17th century; 12 3/8 in. (31.5 cm.) high overall. Estimate GBP 6,000 - GBP 8,000 (USD 7,716 - USD 10,288) © Christie's Images Ltd 2017.
The body of the jar is carved with moulded panels each enclosing peach, begonia, asters, and peonies, all above a stiff leaf band by the foot. The cover is decorated with scrolling flowers surrounding a brown-washed Buddhist lion finial. The jar and cover are covered in a thick olive-green glaze.
Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics And Works of Art, 9 May 2017, London, King Street
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