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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Keywords
ChinaSuhyung Kim
Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263
Helen Eagles
Deputy Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3132
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