03-18-201703-18-2017
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March 18, 2017 11:00 AMCalender
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Dehua White Porcelain Libation Cup

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$738$600
Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2992BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 18, 2017 11:00AM

Description:

Dehua White Porcelain Libation Cup, China, 19th century or earlier, rhinoceros horn form, decorated with carved deer, tiger, and crane under pine and plum trees, mounted on a gold-plated silverwork stand with hallmark on base reading "Risler et Carre Paris" and two stamps including one with a star and a square, indicating the year of 1899, overall ht. 4, cup dia. to 5 3/4 in.
Estimate $800-1,000

in good condition with minor firing flaws with pockmarks and dark spots from clay impurities, tarnishing to silver base.


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