Asian Works of Art
Description:
Blue and White Garden Seat, China, 18th/19th century, barrel-shape with two applied openwork lion mask handles, decorated with lotus scroll bands to body and top with an openwork double-coin ruyi-banded roundel in the center, ht. 17 3/8 top dia. 10 1/4 in.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
underglazed design flaws to top and body, minor repairs to details of applied lions with minor firing cracks, surface scratches particularly to top.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
China
Judith Dowling
Director of Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263

Suhyung Kim
Specialist, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263

Helen Eagles
Specialist, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3132
Asian Works of Art
With expertise and a passion for the treasures of China, Japan, Korea and India, the Asian Works of Art department offers the best of Asian art at auction, from antiquities to contemporary works.