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A FINE MOULDED CELADON-GLAZED BALUSTER VASE
QIANLONG (1737-95)
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A FINE MOULDED CELADON-GLAZED BALUSTER VASE
Qianlong (1737-95)
The baluster vase with tapered sides, moulded and carved around the body with five lively Buddhist lions at play, each with a paw on either a ribboned brocade or a floral ball, covered overall in a pale even celadon glaze, stopping just above the foot
171/3 in. (45.1 cm.) high, stand
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VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price plus buyer's premium.
Lot Essay
The fine celadon glazes for use on porcelain developed in the Kangxi and Yongzheng reigns enabled the Qianlong potters to choose from a range of soft greens to complement the delicate designs beneath.
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