12-03-201012-03-2010
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2528BBoston
December 3, 2010 09:00 AMCalender
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Rose Quartz Covered Jar

Sell one like this
 
Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2528BLocation: BostonDate / Time: December 03, 2010 9:00AM

Description:

Rose Quartz Covered Jar, China, in the shape of an archaic drinking vessel hu, each side carved in low relief with a stylized taotie mask whose eyes and ears are formed by a phoenix, below a band of plantain leaves, the waisted neck flanked by mandarin duck lugs, foo dog finial atop the dome cover, ht. 11 1/2 in.
Estimate $400-600

Nicks to the rim and ridges, discoloration to the hairlines on the body

Keywords

Rose Quartz Covered Jar, China