Two 'famille-rose' kendi Qing dynasty, 18th century
(2)Estimate $1,500 – $2,500
one decorated with floral scrolls on a blue ground between formal borders; the other with vertical panels of flower sprays on alternating colour grounds, the necks with upright stiff leaves
(2)
21 cm high; 22 cm high
- Lot Sold $3,200 (Hammer Price)
- $3,904 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
The first kendi - the spout mounted in silver, some general surface wear, a chip to the interior edge of the footrim and a small hairline crack across the footrim.
Second kendi - some slight surface wear, firing crack on the base. Otherwise generally good condition.
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Specialists
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Alison AlfordConsultant Arts & DesignSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Alison Alford |
Brett BallardSpecialist Australian & International ArtSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Brett Ballard |
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Fiona HaywardSenior Specialist Australian & International Art |
Anthony HurlConsultant Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
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Ann RobertsConsultant, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
Geoffrey SmithChairman Australian & International Art |