A fahua vase from the Early Republic or late Qing Guangxu period; turquoise ground with a crane amidst lotus in a pond. The crane is a traditional symbol of longevity.
About 13.5" tall. Very good condition save for one small chip at the rim, see picture.
A large and unusual 19th century Chinese export rose medallion vase. Good detail. This is a rare form which shows off the medallion exceptionally well.
13"H x 9"D at rim. A few rough spots along the rim. No cracks, rings well.
A fine antique Canton export reticulated fruit basket with liner. Fine blue, orange peel, good hand painted detail. Great oval form. Approximately mid 19th century.
8.5" x 7.25 oval and 3.75" high. Very good condition save for one hairline as shown. Reticulation will stop the crack from propagating. Has a nice ring. Also a kiln bulge on the liner, but all glazed.
A Ming blue and white jar in surprisingly well preserved condition. it is used for oil or other utilitarian needs. It has a spout, 4 hanging "loops", and an intact flat cover with the character for "Yuan". (cover may be later match) There is a boy flying a kite on the side facing you if you are right handed. The reverse is a vigorous bamboo leaf motif. The entire imagery is drawn with strong and bold strokes. 17th century. Just super in such great condition.
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A Jiaqing Daoguang period vase with unusual cat handles; butterfly, bird and floral theme. Outstanding quality fine porcelain. Excellent control of detail in the feng cai enamel painting. About 1830-50.
The enamel painting of the butterfly, fruits and foliage are of fine detail with the best of domestic Chinese porcelain.
Fine Guangxu mark and period blue charger with gold dragons. It shows a pair of dragons contending for the pearl of wisdom. Very good blue and glaze, gold very good to the interior; Worn on the exterior. Heavy potting and glazed inside the footrim. Calligraphy of the six character Guangxu reign mark is excellent.
14" diameter and 2.5" high. Good condition with short (1") tight line at the rim, v ...click for details
晚清龙纹葫芦花瓶 42 cm 高. A fine 19th century imperial yellow triple gourd vase with rampant incised dragons. Ming Jiajing 6 character mark, but most likely Guangxu period. (Wish I can say it is Ming!) Picture of bottom was taken at angle to minimize glare.
17" high x 9.5" widest. Nice size and deep yellow glaze. Fine condition no chips or lines, ...click for details
A dramatic black polychrome jardiniere or fish bowl with a wonderful design of birds amidst plum blossoms. This is a recurring Chinese theme of vigor in winter. No marks, and an orange peel effect.
About 15" across at the wise rim and 13.5" high. Very good condition save for a tight and faint interior star. Rings well.
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A lovely Kangxi mark phoenix and flowers plate in blue and white. Excellent detail and saphire blue. Six character apocryphal Kangxi imperial mark belongs to a group made in the late 19th century. Good example of fine porcelain made during this era in emulation of Kangxi blue and white which was much valued at the time.
9.25" diameter and in very good condition with no chips, lines, or repairs. White spots ...click for details
An early Republic of China- late Guangxu 19th century famille rose vase of stately height. There are a pair of roosters beneath full peonies. Obverse has a poem about the roosters symbolizing ambitious achievements, most likely a commemorative to the appointment to an official position. Dates to around 1900. Fine detail on the enamels, good color and thickness. Nice raised footrim, no marks.
