Lot Essay
Compare the hexagonal lantern from the Lady Lever Gallery illustrated by R.L.Hobson in Chinese Porcelain and Wedgewood Pottery, vol.II, London, 1928, pl. 41.
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KANGXI (1662-1722)
Details
A FAMILLE VERTE BISCUIT HEXAGONAL LANTERN
KANGXI (1662-1722)
The tall cover pierced on each face with a wan symbol and cash motifs, the top pierced with a stylised shou character, all reserved on a pale green ground enriched with scrolling flowering foliage, the base standing on six bracket feet, the cover repaired
6 3/8 in. (16.1 cm.) high, 7½ in. (19 cm.) wide
KANGXI (1662-1722)
The tall cover pierced on each face with a wan symbol and cash motifs, the top pierced with a stylised shou character, all reserved on a pale green ground enriched with scrolling flowering foliage, the base standing on six bracket feet, the cover repaired
6 3/8 in. (16.1 cm.) high, 7½ in. (19 cm.) wide
Provenance
The Hon. Mrs. Nellie Ionides no. 199
Special notice
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