Lot 1364. A rare pair of ge-type cong-form vases, Qianlong six-character seal marks in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795); 13 3/8 in. (34 cm.) high. Estimate USD 40,000 - USD 60,000. Price realised USD 56,250. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016.

Each heavily potted vase is molded in the shape of a cong and covered overall with a pale greyish-white glaze suffused with a network of golden crackle. The foot is covered with a dark brown dressing. 

Provenance: Private collection, South Carolina.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 16 September 2016, New York, Rockefeller Plaza