Lot Essay
Two similar examples sold in Sotheby's
23 March 1990, lot 213 and 21 November 1990, lot 460
23 March 1990, lot 213 and 21 November 1990, lot 460
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A RARE ARITA HOOKAH BASE
In the form of tama (jewel), decorated in underglaze blue with birds in flight, flowers and circular panels of flowers, the shoulder with the band of scrolls, the upper part with sprays of flowers, late 17th century
18.3cm. high
In the form of tama (jewel), decorated in underglaze blue with birds in flight, flowers and circular panels of flowers, the shoulder with the band of scrolls, the upper part with sprays of flowers, late 17th century
18.3cm. high