QIANLONG PERIOD (1736-1795)

This group of cylindrical jars is based upon Ming-dynasty originals and is often referred to in the West by the Spanish term 'albarello' because of their physical resemblance to 11th-century Near Eastern apothecary jars. Compare a similar jar dated to the 18th century sold at Christie's Hong Kong, 29 May 2013, lot 2288.