Lot 9379. A pair of cobalt glazed octagonal footed basins, Republic period. Estimate US$ 1,500 - 2,500 (€1,400 - 2,300). Photo Bonhams.

Each molded with a flat lobed rim above conforming upright walls that curve sharply inward to the flat base raised on four cloud-collar feet, the cobalt wash and colorless glaze covering all surfaces except the tiny spur marks on the base and the pads of the feet (glaze scratched, one dish with chipped rim). 9 5/8in (24.5cm) maximum diameters

Bonhams. ASIAN DECORATIVE ARTS, 2016-06-29 10:00 PDT - SAN FRANCISCO