755 Prior Ave N #235C, St Paul, MN, US, United States
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An auction featuring a selection of art from around the world including an exceptional large soapstone Guanyin from the household shrine of Prince Duan, a pair of monumental granite foo dogs, and a collection of Gabriel Viardot cabinets. This sale additionally includes a fine collection of Chinese jades and porcelain, a wide selection of Caucasian and Persian rugs, and other lovely decorative arts.
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LOT 102:
Chinese Carved Gourd Waterpot Daoguang Mark
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Sold for: $650
Start price:
$
300
Estimated price :
$400 - $800
Buyer's Premium: 26%
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Chinese Carved Gourd Waterpot Daoguang Mark
Small Chinese carved gourd waterpot, possibly Imperial. Carved along the underside with a Daoguang mark. With a silk storage box.
Literature: Jing Pei Fang, "Treasures of the Chinese Scholar, " (New York: Weatherhill, 1997), 121.
Provenance: Collection of Jing Pei Fang; Private Collection, Minnesota.
Box; height: 3 in x width: 4 3/4 in x depth: 4 3/4 in. Gourd; height: 2 1/4 in x diameter: 2 1/2 in.
Condition: The item is in good condition overall with no major cracks, losses, or restoration under UV light. Light wear throughout, as expected. There are a few scattered areas with unidentified white accretion that does not affect the overall work. There are natural lines along the white rim. Towards the lower rim, there is a deformation to the exterior of the gourd, possibly fire damage; please see the listing image. To the interior, there is a sticker adhered to the surface. There is a sticker adhered to the top of the box, which can be easily removed. Light wear to the box. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
