21 février 2022
A pair of Regence ormolu-mounted Japanese and Chinese porcelain pot-pourris, circa 1725, the porcelain late 17th century
Lot 1. A pair of Regence ormolu-mounted Japanese and Chinese porcelain pot-pourris, circa 1725, the porcelain late 17th century; 5 in. (12.5 cm.) high, overall. Price realised GBP 5,000 (Estimate GBP 3,000 - GBP 5,000). © Christie's 2022
The Japanese kakiemon and celadon-ground censer and cover with applied flower-head handles and small bird finials, supported by three laughing boys in various famille verte robes, the ormolu with melon-form feet.
Provenance: With Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York.
Christie's.The Collector: European and English Furniture, Ceramics, Portrait Miniatures & Works of Art, London, 13 November 2019
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