Asian Art Auction

December 01, 2014

LOT 53

Lot 53

Pair of French Ormolu Mounted ‘Clobbered’ Export Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)

Pair of French Ormolu Mounted ‘Clobbered’ Export Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)
Lot 53 Details
Pair of French Ormolu Mounted ‘Clobbered’ Export Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)

Each of slender lobed form rising to a hexagonal neck, with central cartouches of florals all on a diamond pattern reserve. The ormolu with acanthus leaves base, dripping vine handles, and classical register top mount
height 13.4" — 34 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,706
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Purchased from Waddington’s December 11, 2009, lot 101.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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