Pair of Chinese Agate Cups, 18th Century or Earlier
A pair of small Chinese agate cups dating from the 18th century or earlier. Each cup has a pair of guardian lion head handles with engaged rings.
Dimensions are: 1 1/2 inches tall X 3 5/8 inches wide, 3.8 cm X 9.2 cm. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: One cup has a minuscule chip to the foot and to the rim. The other cup has two minuscule chips to the foot. A reminder that all lots are sold as-is. We have sought to record the changes in the condition of this piece after its initial manufacture as diligently as possible; however, as stated in our terms, condition reports are statements of opinion and not representations or warranties. Oakridge Auction Gallery bears no responsibility for any error or omission.
Provenance: From the estate of a surgeon in the Washington, D.C. area. The items were acquired from various auction houses including Christie's and Sotheby's prior to the 1990s.
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A pair of small Chinese agate cups dating from the 18th century or earlier. Each cup has a pair of guardian lion head handles with engaged rings.
Dimensions are: 1 1/2 inches tall X 3 5/8 inches wide, 3.8 cm X 9.2 cm. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: One cup has a minuscule chip to the foot and to the rim. The other cup has two minuscule chips to the foot. A reminder that all lots are sold as-is. We have sought to record the changes in the condition of this piece after its initial manufacture as diligently as possible; however, as stated in our terms, condition reports are statements of opinion and not representations or warranties. Oakridge Auction Gallery bears no responsibility for any error or omission.
Provenance: From the estate of a surgeon in the Washington, D.C. area. The items were acquired from various auction houses including Christie's and Sotheby's prior to the 1990s.
High resolution photos can be found here.