A Blue and White vase - Six-character Nien-hao of The Qianlong Emperor

The oviform body with cylindrical neck designed with two pierced cylinder handles; decorated on the body with a scrolling lotus dividing arrow-shaped motifs; 7.75 inches [19.5 cms.] high. [the neck with restored crack] - Sold for £9,600 inclusive of Buyer's Premium

Footnote: For a vase of similar design see 'Ethereal Elegance/Porcelain Vases of The Imperial Qing/The Huaitang Collection' No. 106'. Compare also Christie's New York [Lot 333/5-6-1986] for another related example.

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Bonhams. Japanese & other Asian Works of Art, 20 May 2008 . Knightsbridge.