A blue and white Ginger Jar Qing dynasty, Kangxi period

of ovoid form, painted in brilliant underglaze-blue with prunus blossoms, against a 'cracked-ice' ground, the wood cover finely carved with prunus and a pair of birds, wood stand with ruyi-head feet (3)

Collection of Mrs. Frank Learoyd (according to label).
Christie's, 1st June 1933, lot 35 (according to label).
Sotheby's New York, 21st March 1980, lot 284.
Thereafter with the present owners.

In good overall condition with very minor surface abrasions to the exterior. One tiny nibble on the rim. The stand and cover both very well carved and in good condition.
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