Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 97

Lot 97

Pair of Meissen Kakiemon Shell Dishes, c.1740

Pair of Meissen Kakiemon Shell Dishes, c.1740
Lot 97 Details
Pair of Meissen Kakiemon Shell Dishes, c.1740

each painted with a blue-toed roaring tiger beside a banded hedge with blossoming prunus and bamboo, the rims with brown line borders
minor glaze chip
width 9.3" — 23.5 cm.
painted crossed swords marks in underglaze blue, impressed numerals 27 and 44

Estimate $3,500-$5,000

Realised: $9,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

The Antique Porcelain Co, Ltd., London, 1956
Jean and Joseph Connolly Collection, Montréal

CONDITION DETAILS

A few very minor glaze chips at one rim, otherwise in good condition

LOT 97
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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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