Lot 110
  • 110

A COPPER-RED-DECORATED 'MYTHICAL BEASTS' BOTTLE VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Height 5 3/4  in., 14.6 cm
the bulbous pear-shaped body set over a short, straight foot and narrowing dramatically to a cylindrical neck and a lipped rim encircling the mouth, the full lower body painted in underglaze-red with three mythical beasts each sitting on its haunches, emanating flame-like wisps of qi, its body in variegated liver-red tones, the counter-sunk base unglazed

Provenance

Collection of Stephen Junkunc, III (d. 1978). 

Condition

The vase is in overall good condition with only a small nick to the side of the foot and a few minor burst glaze bubbles.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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