A PAIR OF CHINESE IMARI JARDINIERES (2)
Qianlong (1736-95)
Slighty tapered cylindrical form, painted in underglaze-blue, iron-red and gilding with flowers including lotus and chrysanthemum, the everted rim painted with four flower panels reserved against a diaper pattern ground, 35cm high
| Estimate: |
£600 - £1,000
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Hammer price:
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£3,000 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.
Condition report:
Both have distinct repairs at the base.
One has nine glued pieces, also visible on the outside and a large crack. Some discolouration and spotting due to age.
The other has two glued pieces with a large crack. This covers half the item and has been extensively stapled and is very visible from the outside. Also has flaking repair paintwork on the rim.
Glue residue inside and out on both.
