Chinese Blue and White Ducks-Shaped Water Coupe, Ming
A Chinese blue and white water dropper in the shape of a pair of mandarin ducks dating from the Ming dynasty. It comes with a fitted box.
Dimensions are: 4 inches tall X 5 1/2 inches wide X 5 inches deep, 10.2 cm X 14 cm X 12.7 cm. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: There are several hairlines throughout. Glaze defects present around opening. 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 Lim Kee Chin, who was Singapore's trade commissioner to Hong Kong in the 1960s. Mr. Lim acquired these items while he was in Hong Kong.
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A Chinese blue and white water dropper in the shape of a pair of mandarin ducks dating from the Ming dynasty. It comes with a fitted box.
Dimensions are: 4 inches tall X 5 1/2 inches wide X 5 inches deep, 10.2 cm X 14 cm X 12.7 cm. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: There are several hairlines throughout. Glaze defects present around opening. 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 Lim Kee Chin, who was Singapore's trade commissioner to Hong Kong in the 1960s. Mr. Lim acquired these items while he was in Hong Kong.
High resolution photos can be found here.
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