Decorative Arts

December 0106, 2018
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LOT 536

Lot 536

Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Tea Canister, late 18th century

Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Tea Canister, late 18th century
Lot 536 Details
Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Tea Canister, late 18th century

of shouldered rectangular form, painted in coloured enamels and gilt on both sides with armorials and a monogram below a coronet with lion supporters, the shoulders, sides and base with flower sprigs and circlet borders
height 4.6 in — 11.7 cm

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $660
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Tea Canister, late 18th century
  • Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Tea Canister, late 18th century
Literature:

Lieber, Vincent, Le Voyage aux Indes, Porcelaines Chinoises pour des familles Suisses, p. 106-7 and p. 184-5
A copy accompanies the lot

Note:

The arms are those of Hässi

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 536
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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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