2 Chinese Blue and White Chargers, Ming

A group of two Chinese blue and white chargers dating from the Ming dynasty. Both chargers feature lotus designs on the interior and exterior.

Dimensions are: the larger charger measures 2 3/4 inches tall X 15 inches wide, 7 cm X 38.1 cm. All measurements are approximate.

Condition: One charger has severe, widespread areas of repair, a crack, and glaze chipping. The other charger has glaze skips, chips to the rim, and firing defects. Both have been overpainted on the bottom. 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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