12-03-201012-03-2010
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2528BBoston
December 3, 2010 09:00 AMCalender
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Green Glazed Pilgrim's Flask

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$2,726$2,300
Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2528BLocation: BostonDate / Time: December 04, 2010 9:00AM

Description:

Green Glazed Pilgrim's Flask, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125),of flat octagonal shape, each side carved with a mythical animal amidst flower scrolls, enclosed by a border with scroll and geometric designs, the short sides with four small lugs, pedestal foot with a hole to each side, covered overall with iridescent green glaze, ht. 6 3/4 in.

Provenance: Ex-collection of Robert H. Ellsworth.
Estimate $400-600

Keywords

China, Robert H. Ellsworth