A Chinese Imari shell-shaped ewer and basin. Qing dynasty, Yongzheng period - Sothebys

the ewer of nautilus shell shape, supported on a knopped stepped foot, set with a large scroll handle, the fluted exterior painted with bérainesque and foliate motifs, the scallop-shaped basin raised on three spiral feet and similarly decorated. Quantité: 2. The largest: 36.5cm., 14 3/8 in. Estimation: 20,000 - 30,000 GBP

PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s London, 7th November 2007, lot 345.

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art. London | 15 mai 2013 www.sothebys.com