15 mai 2023

 Fan, 1800–1900. China. Lacquer, colors and applique on paper. Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, Gift of Susan and Ian Wilson, F2000.83. Photograph © Asian Art Museum. San Francisco - Known for its elegant forms and lustrous surfaces, Chinese lacquer has developed into a popular category of decorative arts with a wealth of motifs and symbols, designed to delight and decorate everyday life. This gorgeous array of objects includes treasures from the imperial court, scholars’ objects, luxurious merchandise, and even... [Lire la suite]

Lot 328. A fine and large imperial hu-shaped porcelain vase, seal mark and period of Qianlong (1736-1795). H. 48,5 cm. Est: €200 000 - €300 000. Sold: €460 000 EUR. Photo Nagel Auction The robust ovoid body supported on a splayed foot, sweeping up to a waisted neck and everted rim, set with two taotie-mask handles suspending mock rings, brightly painted in deep shades of cobalt accented by contrived 'heaping and piling' with a wide band of scrolling lotus, the large blooms borne in an alternating... [Lire la suite]