Asian Art Online Auction

September 13, 2012

LOT 121

Lot 121

Pair of Blue and White ‘Shipwreck’ Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)

Pair of Blue and White ‘Shipwreck’ Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)
Lot 121 Details
Pair of Blue and White ‘Shipwreck’ Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)

Each with faceted sides containing alternating panels of landscape and florals, the exterior covered in barnacles TOGETHER WITH a small blue and white figure of a boy, also covered in barnacles
tallest height 8.1" — 20.5 cm.
the vases with swastika mark to base

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $660
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Pair of Blue and White ‘Shipwreck’ Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)
  • Pair of Blue and White ‘Shipwreck’ Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)
  • Pair of Blue and White ‘Shipwreck’ Vases, Kangxi Period (1662-1722)
Provenance:

Acquired in Thailand during the 1990’s

CONDITION DETAILS

VASES no structural problems noted, both covered in barnacles and with glaze worn off LITTLE BOY glaze worn and covered in barnacles, loss to left hair bun

LOT 121
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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