Lot Essay
A similar gu-form vase in the Qing court is illustrated in Jadeware (1), The Complete Collection of Treasures of The Palace Museum, Yang Shin, 2008, no.274, p259,
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16TH-17TH CENTURY
Details
A CELADON JADE 'ARCHAISTIC' VASE, GU
16TH-17TH CENTURY
The square-form vase is carved and pierced with flanges in high relief and incised to the body with stylised taotie masks between upright and pendant lappets. The stone is of a celadon tone with cloudy white flecks, inclusions and fissures.
8 1/8 in. (20.6 cm.) high, wood stand
16TH-17TH CENTURY
The square-form vase is carved and pierced with flanges in high relief and incised to the body with stylised taotie masks between upright and pendant lappets. The stone is of a celadon tone with cloudy white flecks, inclusions and fissures.
8 1/8 in. (20.6 cm.) high, wood stand
Provenance
Property from a Private American Collection, assembled prior to 1960.
Special notice
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