Lot 203
Black Lacquer and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay ‘Seven Scholars’ Bowl, 18th Century
Lot 203 Details
Black Lacquer and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay ‘Seven Scholars’ Bowl, 18th Century
With vines of lotus surrounding the base, the central scene rendered with inlaid mother-of-pearl and depicting scholars in a rocky landscape
diameter 6.9" — 17.5 cm.
Estimate $600-$800
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Provenance:
Chinese Porcelain and Works of Art from the Estate of David Blyth Hanna (1858-1938), Toronto. (Lots 203-219)
Mr Hanna was a railway executive who became the president of Canadian National Railways in 1919, maintaining his position until 1922, when he was appointed the first chairman of the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO).
Note:
Fragmentary The British Antique Dealers’ Association sticker.