2 Chinese Blue and White Chargers, Ming

A group of two Chinese blue and white chargers dating from the Ming dynasty. Both are decorated with lotuses on the interior and lotus petals on the exterior.

Dimensions are: 3 inches tall X 14 1/2 inches wide, 7.6 cm X 36.8 cm. All measurements are approximate.

Condition: One charger has three chips to the rim, as well as significant glaze chipping to the exterior. The other charger has severe, widespread repairs including to the foot and exterior, as well as glaze chipping. 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: One charger comes with a sticker from Sotheby's New York. 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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