Asian Art Auction

September 2227, 2018
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LOT 289

Lot 289

A Pair of Tall Chinese Yingqing Glazed Granary Jars, Song Dynasty

A Pair of Tall Chinese Yingqing Glazed Granary Jars, Song Dynasty
Lot 289 Details
A Pair of Tall Chinese Yingqing Glazed Granary Jars, Song Dynasty

宋 湖田窯影青蟠龍瓶一對

Each with an ovoid body extending to a tall cylindrical neck, the shoulder moulded with a dense band of standing attendants, the neck with further figures and encircled by a dynamic serpentine dragon amidst clouds, the covers surmounted by large crane finials, covered with a pale blue-green glaze
height 31.1 in — 79 cm

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Pair of Tall Chinese Yingqing Glazed Granary Jars, Song Dynasty
  • A Pair of Tall Chinese Yingqing Glazed Granary Jars, Song Dynasty
Provenance:

From the Collection of Robert Stephenson

Note:

A similar pair was sold at Christie’s Amsterdam, November 4, 2003, lot 398

CONDITION DETAILS

one missing cover

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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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