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Fine Chinese and Asian Arts Featuring Property from the Collection of Walter Hochstadter, Day 1. — Artvisory

Auction House:ArtvisoryNumber of lots recorded:176
Sale Title:Fine Chinese and Asian Arts Featuring Property from the Collection of Walter Hochstadter, Day 1.Lots with images:176
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:104
Date:21-Jul-2024
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Lian Jiang, China, 1818-1,850, a scroll painting of scholars in garden, ink and colour, this scroll originates from the esteemed collection of Walter Hochstadter. A poetic inscription in the upper left corner accompanies the painting. The inscription offers insight into the scene depicted and dates the creation to the autumn of the Dingyou year. The painting presents a captivating depiction of scholars in a garden with trees and rockwork. It bears the signature of Jiang Lian (circa 1818-1,850 ), followed…
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Wu Junsun (1861–1917), two Chinese album leaves, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, ink on paper, Wu Junsun (1861–1917), also known as Zhulou, Shu Jian was a politician from Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province, during the late Qing Dynasty and early Republican period in China. Signed Shu Jian, Wu Yunsun (circa 1861-1917 ), followed by seal marks. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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Zhang Yanchang, two Chinese album leaves, Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period (1736-1795), Zhang Yanchang (1738–1814), also known by the name Qitang, Wenyu and Jin Su Shanren, was a Chinese seal artist and calligrapher. He hailed from Haiyan, Zhejiang Province, China. Zhang Yanchang achieved Yougong status in the forty-second year of the Qianlong reign (1777). He studied under Ding Jing, the founder of the Zhe school. His studio was known as 'Shigu Pavilion,' where he excelled in various calligraphic styles, he…
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A pair of Imperial iron-red and gilt calligraphy bowls, Guangxu period, Qing Dynasty, (1875-1908 ), Guangxu mark and of the period (1875-1908 ). Guangxu six-character mark in iron-red to the base and of the period. Decorated to the exterior with continuous inscription, Zhu's Maxims for the home by Zhu XI (1130 – 1200). Exemplifying the craftsmanship of the Guangxu Imperial kiln, these remarkable bowls also boast a prestigious provenance, having once been part of the esteemed collection of Georg Weishaupt…
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A rare Cizhou-Type white glazed lobed ewer, Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), property from the Walter Hochstadter Collection. A rare white glazed lobed ewer, Northern Song Dynasty. The body is potted with six vertical lobes. Strap handle, straight ring foot and with a long, curving spout. The ewer is covered with a white slip under a transparent glaze that ends above the foot, exposing the grey earth. 14 cm diameter, 29.5 cm high, 14 x 29.5 high cm. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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A carved 'Lotus' Cizhou dish, Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), property from the Walter Hochstadter Collection. The interior of the dish is carved with creamy white slip with a lotus against a combed ground. 4.5 cm high; 19.5 cm diameter. Similar example: a carved 'Cizhou' 'Floral' bowl from the collection of Dr. Kenneth Lawley (1937-2023), Sold 3,048 Gbp at Sotheby's London on January 11, 2023, 19.5 x 4.5 high cm. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection. The Estate of the late Walter Hochstadter…
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A large celadon 'Arrow' vase, Yuan Dynasty, Yuan Dynasty (1279–1368), 23 x 32 high cm. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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A celadon bowl, Yuan Dynasty, Yuan Dynasty (1279–1368), 13 x 7 high cm. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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A pottery stem cup, Dawenkou culture, Neolithic period, Dawenkou culture, ca. 4,300-2,400 B.C. Neolithic period, circles 12 cm diameter, 8 cm diameter. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection, the Estate of the late Walter Hochstadter and Alice Chu, was acquired by Walter Hochstadter prior to 1997 hence by descent. Walter Hochstadter was a well-known and distinguished dealer of Chinese Art, born in Krumbach (Germany) in 1914. In the late 1930's he emigrated to the United States and died in Adelaide,…
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A red pottery jar, Dawenkou culture, Neolithic period, Dawenkou culture, ca. 4,300-2,400 B.C. Property from the Walter Hochstadter Collection. A red pottery jar, proudly part of the Walter Hochstadter Collection. The jar's body is encircled by a decorative 'Rope' border, with a slightly turned lip and a tapering body, showcasing the skilled craftsmanship to detail characteristic of pottery from this era. 20 cm diameter, 19 cm high. Similar example: this red pottery jar shares similarities with other…
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A pair of red pottery bowl, Yangshou culture, Neolithic period, two very large red pottery Neolithic bowls, Banpo-type, Yangshou culture, 5th millennium BCE, 28.5 cm diameter, 29.2 cm diameter, each with a burnished surface, 28.5 x 15 high cm 29.2 x 14 high cm. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection, similar example: see 'Transitory and Timeless: ancient Chinese pottery', the Chinese porcelain Co, Ny 2002, cat no 1.
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An ash-glazed squat bowl, Western Zhou, 10th-9th century BCE, an ash-glazed squat bowl, Western Zhou, 10th-9th century BCE, circles 19.2 cm in diameter, with two decorative lugs and incised decoration, 19.2 cm diameter. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection, similar example: see 'The ceramic Art of China', Ocs, Victoria and Albert Museum, London, 1971, cat no 10, pl 6, for a very similar example
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A Chinese spinach jade bowl, 20th century, China, a Chinese spinach jade bowl, 20th century, 19.2 cm diameter. Dark green with some inclusions, 19.2 cm diameter. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter family collection
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Chinese export Bowenite figure of a lady, 20th century, China, 19.7 cm high. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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Two yellow-glazed bowls, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911), the larger incised on the exterior with two striding dragons amidst flames and clouds, the smaller with flaring sides and bright lemon-yellow glaze, 19 cm diameter (the larger), 19 cm diameter (the larger). Provenance: Freeman's auction, Philadelphia, 17 March 2008, lot 336. Christie's, New York, 1 June 2021, lot 218, the Hochstadter family collection. Repaired
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A bronze ewer, Tang Dynasty or later, 20 high cm. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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A group of three rubbing of Han Dynasty stone, 20th century, China. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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Chinese album leaves, 20th century, China. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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Zhou Hengpu, 20th century, China, Chinese album, ink and colour on paper. Provenance: The Walter Hochstadter Collection
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Chen Huanzhang, a scroll painting of landscape, 1881-1931, ink on paper, Chen Huanzhang is known for his remarkable skill in traditional Chinese ink painting, particularly his meticulous brushwork and attention to detail. His artworks often feature landscapes, flowers, and birds, showcasing a deep connection to nature and a profound understanding of classical Chinese painting techniques. A poetic inscription in the upper left corner accompanies the painting. The inscription offers insight into the scene…
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Three painted pottery military official figures, Northern Wei Dynasty - Northern Qi Dynasty, Northern Wei Dynasty - Northern Qi Dynasty (386 to 534, 550 to 577), These remarkable painted pottery figures, dating from the Northern Wei Dynasty to the Northern Qi Dynasty, are exquisite examples of ancient Chinese artistry. Standing at heights ranging from 27 cm to 28 cm, these figures exhibit meticulous attention to detail in their construction. Their faces are delicately modelled with gentle, calming…
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Three painted pottery military official figures, Northern Qi Dynasty (550-577), each figure portrays a military official. These figures reflect the skill and artistry of the artisans who crafted them. The vibrant red colours add to their visual appeal. One of the figures in this pair comes with an Oxford authentication Tl test certificate, with reference number Ph 149/653 (sample no: C114f69). This certificate provides further authentication and assurance of the figure's authenticity and age, height 27.5.…
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A rare painted pottery figure of equestrian soldier, Northern Qi Dynasty (550 to 577), height 30 cm. Provenance: The Hochstadter family collection, other: with Oxford authentication Tl test certificate. Reference: Ph 159/995 (sample no: C115b96)
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A pair of painted pottery figure of equestrian, Tang Dynasty (618-907), These painted pottery figures embody the grandeur and splendour of one of China's most prosperous and culturally vibrant periods. Crafted with attention to detail, each rider is portrayed in a dynamic pose, capturing equestrian prowess and elegance. One comes with Oxford authentication Tl test certificates, providing further authentication and assurance of their authenticity and age, height 30 cm. Provenance: The Hochstadter family…
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A Qingbai bowl, Song Dynasty (960-1279), diameter 17.5 cm, height 6.5 cm. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection, Sotheby's, London, Oriental ceramics and works of Art, lot 77, 06/02/1979
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A Qingbai floral-rimed bowl, Song Dynasty (960-1279), diameter 12.8, height 4.5. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection, Sotheby's, London, Oriental ceramics and works of Art, lot 75, 06/02/1979
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A carved Qingbai 'Floral' bowl, Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), diameter 17 cm, height 6.8 cm. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection, Sotheby's, London, Oriental ceramics and works of Art, lot 90, 06/02/1979
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A Longquan celadon barb rimmed plate, Yuan Dynasty, (1279–1368), there is a lotus spray in the centre, and has lotus flowers on the inside and exterior. It is covered in a good, even gray-green glaze, D:24 cm
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A blue and white 'Landscape' bowl, Ming Dynasty, 17th century, diameter 9.6 cm, height 5 cm. Provenance: Sotheby Parke Bernet, London, important Chinese ceramics and works of Art, lot 184, 11/07/1978, the Henry Litton collection
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A blue and white conical bowl, Jiajing mark, Shunzhi-Kangxi period, Qing Dynasty (1643-1722), diameter 18 cm, height 6.4 cm. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection
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A brown glazed blue and white bowl, Qing Dynasty, 17th-18th century, diameter 11.6 cm, height 6.1 cm. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection
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.A pair of blue and white dishes, Chenghua mark, Kangxi period, Qing Dynasty (1662-1722), diameter 15.8 cm. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection
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An exceptional imperial blue and white 'Three friends of Winter' dish, Qianlong mark and of the period, Qianlong period, Qing Dynasty, (1736-1795), Qianlong six-character seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795), an exceptional Qianlong Imperial porcelain. The dish's exterior is adorned with a continuous scene depicting a lady in a pavilion setting, accompanied by boys playing in the garden to one side. The intricate and lively design showcases the superb craftsmanship and artistic…
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An exceptional Imperial blue and white 'Three friends of Winter' dish, Qianlong mark and of the period, Qianlong period, Qing Dynasty, (1736-1795), Qianlong six-character seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795), an exceptional Qianlong Imperial porcelain. The dish's exterior is adorned with a continuous scene depicting a lady in a pavilion setting, accompanied by boys playing in the garden to one side. The intricate and lively design showcases the superb craftsmanship and artistic…
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A Imperial copper-red glazed stem dish, Qianlong mark and of the period (1736-1795), Qianlong period, Qing Dynasty (1736-1795), Qianlong seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795), the shallow dish is raised on a spreading pedestal foot encircled by a bow-string band, the exterior is covered with a glaze of soft red colour, and the interior is in white glaze, diameter 20.8 cm, height 9 cm. Provenance: Sotheby Parke Bernet, Hong Kong, fine Chinese ceramics, jade and bronze drums, lot 181,…
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A pair of blue and white and iron-red decorated ' Dragon' bowls, Tongzhi mark and of the period, Tongzhi period, Qing Dynasty (1862–1874), Tongzhi six-character seal mark in iron red and of the period (1736-1795), the exterior of each bowl is adorned with iron-red dragons amidst underglaze blue clouds, with a band of waves encircling each foot. The interiors are similarly decorated, each showcasing a dragon. The intricate and dynamic designs reflect the superb craftsmanship and artistic excellence…
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A Chinese blue and white miniature vase, Yongzhen mark, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), height 6.8 cm. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection
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A pair of 'Wucai' plate, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), diameter 22.5 cm. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection, Sotheby's, London, fine Chinese export porcelain, lot 46, 20/06/1978
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A small turquoise glazed vase, Hu, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), height 9.2 cm. Provenance: The Henry Litton collection
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A Chinese ash glazed twin-handled jar, Han Dynasty (202BC-220AD), decorated with two taotie mask form handles to the shoulder, and horizontal bands with incised decoration of abstracted dragons. 29 cm high, 32 cm diameter, 32 cm x 19 cm high. Provenance: R & V Tregaskis Oriental Antiques, Sydney, 1 Jan 2010. An important private collection of Asian Art, Melbourne. Leonard Joel auction, Melbourne, 12 Sep 2021.
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A Lushan phosphatic-splashed black glazed ewer, Tang Dynasty (618-907), the tapering body is set on the shoulder with a short conical spout and strap handle. The ewer is covered with a dark brown/black glaze highlighted by splashes of milky, pale blue and buff tone on the body, the shoulder and on the interior of the flaring mouth, height 25.2 cm W:16.5. Provenance: an important private collection, Ireland, similar example: Regina Krahl, Chinese ceramics from the Meiyintang collection, volume one, page…
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A Xing white glazed bowl, Tang Dynasty, (618-907), 17.6 cm diameter. Provenance: The Allan Rae collection, hairline
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A Xing white glazed ewer, Tang Dynasty (618-906), features an elegant strap handle applied to one side of the neck and shoulder, positioned opposite a short spout. It is coated in a subtle white glaze that ceases cleanly at the foot, 21 cm high
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A rare glazed stoneware candlestick and a rare Steatite Buddhist ritual vessel, Tang Dynasty (618-907), (1) a glazed stoneware candlestick, the base is moulded with a band of lotus petals in high relief around the foot below horizontal concentric rings, covered with a clear crackled glaze of greenish-yellow tone. (2) a Steatite Buddhist ritual vessel, height 20 cm, height 16.5 cm. Provenance: an important private collection, Ireland, repaired
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A black glazed alms bowl (Zisu), Tang Dynasty, 8th century, in the form of an alms bowl, with virtually no base and the rim curved inward. A very similar example was discovered in the foundations of the Qingshansi pagoda, Shanxi Province. And an almost identical example in the Meiyintang collection, diameter 8.3 cm, height 4.3 cm. Provenance: an important private collection, Ireland, similar example: Regina Krahl, Chinese ceramics from the Meiyintang collection, volume one, page 135, no 221
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An extremely rare Yue celadon lotus stand, five Dynasties (907-960), an extremely rare Yue celadon lotus stand from the five Dynasties period (907-960). This exquisite piece is carved in relief with a band of overlapping lotus petals and is supported on a splayed foot. The stand is covered overall with a glaze of greenish-olive tone, characteristic of Yue ware's refined aesthetic. Likely to be used in Buddhist ritual events, this stand is a very significant example representing Buddhist culture at the time…
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A rare Ding lobed bowl, late Tang-Five Dynasty, 10th century, the rounded, flared sides are raised on a low foot and moulded as a five-petalled flower, covered all over with a white glaze of greyish tone. Hairlines, D:18.5 cm height 7.2 cm
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A Cizhou white glazed vase, Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), the vase features a tapering, ovoid-shaped body topped with a flaring trumpet neck under a broadly curved lip. Its surface is coated with a white slip beneath a translucent, crackled glaze with a milky appearance. The glaze halts just above the base, exposing the vase's light greyish clay, D:11.5 cm height 21.5 cm
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A carved Cizhou Guantai 'Lotus' bowl, Jin Dynasty, (1115-1234), the bowl is freely carved to the interior with a lotus medallion reserved against a combed ground. Overall, it is covered in a creamy white glaze that falls short of the foot ring to reveal the greyish-buff body, 20.7 cm diameter. Provenance: Kenny Chong, ancient Chinese Antiques, Hong Kong, early 1980's, Mossgreen Sydney, 1/9/2015, lot 603. The Peter Elliott collection, the Allan Rae collection, Sotheby's
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A Ding finely carved foliate 'Daylily' dish, Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), the dish features angled sides that rise from a broad base, to a rim bound with silver. The interior is skilfully carved and combed to depict a leafy daylily. It is covered in a pale ivory glaze, fired to a slightly warmer tone, diameter 15.1 cm, height 2.4 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Melbourne.
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A rare Ding-Type persimmon-glazed dish, Northern Song Dynasty, 11th-12th century, the dish features a thin construction with a flat base that extends into flared sides. It is coated in a glossy rust-brown glaze that becomes lighter at the rim. This piece bears similarity to one featured in Christie's Hong Kong 'The classic age of Chinese ceramics - the Linyushanren collection, part I,' lot 2819, 12.4 cm diameter. Provenance: The Allan Rae collection
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A russet-painted black glazed jar, Jin Dynasty (1115-1234), 15.5 cm high. Provenance: Karen Beagle (1960-2021), Hong Kong, Blitz Oriental Art, Amsterdam
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A russet-splashed black glazed ewer, Jin Dynasty (1115-1234), 12 cm high. Provenance: Karen Beagle (1960-2021), Hong Kong, Blitz Oriental Art, Amsterdam, Christie's, Hong Kong
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An exceptional carved Yaozhou petal-rim jar, Northern Song Dynasty ( 960-1127), the jar features a finely crafted bulbous form that tapers into a subtly constricted neck, which then gracefully expands into six realistically turned-out petal shapes. The surface of the jar is embellished with six patterns of peony blooms and vine tendrils, positioned beneath a strip of upright leaf-shaped decorations on the neck. The piece is enveloped in a shiny olive-green glaze that accumulates in the depressions, except…
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A Longquan celadon conical bowl, Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), the bowl has conical sides flaring widely from the small, delicate foot, and is covered inside and out with an unctuous glaze of soft sea green tone, stopping at the foot ring, D:12 cm height 4.6 cm
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A Longquan celadon 'Lotus' bowl and a cover, Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279), it features deep sides externally carved with overlapping petals, with a smooth bluish-green glaze below the unglazed rim. The cover is similarly styled with carvings and glaze. A comparable example sold at Christie's Hong Kong in the 'Important Chinese ceramics and works of Art' auction on May 30, 2024, lot 2859, Hkd 226,800, 12.3 cm diameter 13 cm high including the top
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A rare Longquan celadon tea bowl, Southern Song Dynasty, (1127–1279), with an everted rim, covered in a thick, bluish-green glaze, 11 cm diameter. Provenance: from a private Longquan collection
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A Longquan celadon 'Lotus' plate, Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279), the exterior has lotus petals in relief. Overall, it is covered with an even glaze of bluish-green tone, with the exception of the footing, D:13.3 cm
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A Longquan celadon washer, Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), covered with an even glaze of green tone, with the exception of the footing, 13.8 cm diameter
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A Longquan celadon twin-fish plate, Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279), with deep rounded sides rising from foot to an everted rim. In the centre with two fish in relief with their scales and fins well defined.Covered overall with an even glaze of bluish-green tone, with the exception of the foot ring., 13 cm diameter
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A Longquan celadon fluted dish, Yuan Dynasty, (1279–1368), covered overall with a sea green glaze falling short of an unglazed ring on the base within the foot rim, 12.5 cm diameter
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A Jian 'Hare's Fur' tea bowl, Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), the bowl is uniformly coated inside and out with a blue-blackish glaze, interspersed with dark blue 'Hare's fur' streaks. The glaze thins to a russet brown tone at the rim and pools irregularly above the foot, D:11.6 cm height 7 cm
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A rare Jian Persimmon-Brown tea bowl, marked 'Xinyao', Song Dynasty (960- 1279), the bowl is covered inside and out with a lustrous brown glaze flowing below the rim and stopping irregularly above the foot exposing the unglazed body, which bears the mark 'Xinyao'. The center of the interior has a light 'Hare's fur' markings, 11.4 cm x 5 cm high
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A rare Heirloom Chayang 'Temoku' bowl, Song Dynasty, 13th century, features deep, rounded sides, covered with a thick, lustrous black glaze and it pools above the foot, revealing the body beneath, which is fired to a black color. The mouth rim is encircled by a metal band. From the Kaju-Ji collection, located in the Yamashina valley, East of Kyoto, Kaju-ji temple was founded in 900 by emperor Daigo. With Japanese wood box, diameter 12.6 cm, height 7 cm. Provenance: The Kaju-Ji collection, Kyoto. Private…
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A pair of Qingbai foliate dish, Song Dynasty (960-1279), a rare pair of Qingbai foliate dishes, covered with a translucent glaze exhibiting a delicate pale aquamarine hue, 9.4 cm diameter. Provenance: a Victoria private collection
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A pair of Qingbai foliate rim dishes, Song Dynasty (960-1279), a pair of Qingbai foliate rim dishes featuring gracefully rolled-over rims and slip decoration lines extending from each lobe-indent. They have a delicate pale blue-white glaze and 12.5 cm in diameter each, diameter 12.5 cm. Provenance: Luen Chai, Hongkong
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A pair of moulded Qingbai 'Geese' dishes, Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), the shallow dishes feature low, flared sides and are molded on the interior with geese gracefully flying around lotus blossoms. Above them, a decorative band. The dish's interior and exterior below the unglazed rim are covered with a lustrous aqua-blue glaze, diameter 14 cm. Provenance: Luen Chai, Hongkong, a private collection, Adelaide
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A rare Chinese small Qingbai foliate-rimmed dish, Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), 9.2 cm diameter. Provenance: Luen Chai, Hongkong, a private collection, Adelaide
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A rare Qingbai bowl and cover, Song Dynasty (960-1279), 7.3 cm high
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A Qingbai box and cover, Southern Song (1127-1279), 8 cm diameter
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A pair of Qingbai moulded tripod vases, Song Dynasty (960-1279), a rare pair of Qingbai moulded tripod vases from the Song Dynasty (960-1279), with a pair of lion handles suspending fixed rings. The body coverd with a translucent glaze exhibiting a delicate pale aquamarine hue. A comparable example can be found in Lu Yaw, Feng Xianming, and Mary Tregear et al.'s 'Song Ceramics,' Singapore, 1983, no. 103, as well as the pair of Qingbai moulded tripod vases sold at Christie's Hong Kong, the pavilion sale, on…
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A rare Qingbai 'Fish Basket' jar and cover, Song Dynasty (960-1279), an exquisite Qingbai jar in the form of a fish basket, crafted to resemble woven bamboo, is covered with a translucent glaze of a delicate pale aquamarine hue. A comparable piece can be found in Christie's auction, 'The Songde Tang Collection—Song Dynasty Ceramics,' lot 2805, on 3 December 2021, 10 cm high. Provenance: a Victoria private collection, similar example: a fine and rare Qingbai Fish-Basket form jar and cover, Christie's Hong…
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A large Jun bowl, Jin-Yuan Dynasty, 13th century, a large Jun ware bowl, Jin to Yuan dynasty, covered with a bright milky-blue glaze, darkening at the mouth rim. The recessed, unglazed base is inscribed with characters in faint black ink. Circles 7 cm high, 17.5 cm diameter. This Jun ware bowl also shares similarities with other examples, including one from the J.J. Lally collection featured in Christie's auction in March 2023. Both bowls exhibit the characteristic milky-blue glaze typical of Jun ware from…
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A Jun bottle vase, Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), covered with a thick even glaze of sky-blue tone accented with a very light splashes of purple, suffused with broad faint crackles, thinning to the rim and stopping above the foot, exposing the brown biscuit. With Japanese wood box, 19 cm high. Provenance: Private Collection, Tokyo, similar example: a rare Jun bottle vase, Christie's New York, 22 Sep 2023, lot 1064 (Sold $81,900)
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A large blue and white censer, Jiajing period, Ming Dynasty (1522–1566), a large blue and white censer from the Jiajing period, Ming Dynasty (1522–1566), notable for its imposing presence and intricate decoration. The censer is supported by three lion mask feet. The exterior is adorned with a continuous garden landscape scene, featuring scholars engaged in activities. The scholars are depicted in various poses, surrounded by elegant flora and traditional Chinese architectural elements, reflecting their…
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A pair of blue and white bowls, Ming Dynasty, 15th-16th century, 14.5 cm diameter. Provenance: an important private collection, Victoria
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A blue and white 'Ko Sometsuke' dish, Ming Dynasty, Tianqi period, 17th century, 17.8 cm (length) 4.3 cm (width)
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A large blue and white 'Kraak' plate, Ming Dynasty, 17th century, 32.2 cm diameter. Provenance: a private collection, Geelong, Australia.
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A blue and white plate, Kangxi period, Qing Dynasty, (1662-1722), 26.4 cm diameter
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A large blue and white vase, the banquet of Guo Ziyi, Kangxi period, Qing Dynasty (1662-1722), this exceptionally rare and exquisitely decorated blue and white vase portrays a banquet celebrating Guo Ziyi (697–781), a distinguished general from the Tang dynasty (618–907) of China. Guo Ziyi was not only celebrated for his personal achievements but also revered for his long life—he lived to the age of 85. His family, including his children, also achieved significant success. Consequently, he epitomized…
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A pair of famille verte vase, Kangxi period, Qing Dynasty (1662-1722), each with a hexagon trumpet-form neck adorned with decorative patterns and complemented by a pair of halberd-form handles. The exterior of the vases is finely decorated with blooming flowers depicted within shaped cartouches. Hailing from a distinguished Victoria private collection, these remarkable vases have journeyed through time, acquiring a rich history and provenance. These vases represent not only the exceptional craftsmanship of…
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A group of three famille verte vases and covers, Kangxi period, Qing Dynasty (1662-1722), each decorated with six panels alternately enclosing flowers. These exquisite pieces are sourced from one of the most renowned dealers in the world, S. Marchant & Son, London, 22 cm high. Provenance: a Victoria private collection, S. Marchant & Son, London
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A Wucai foliate rimmed plate, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722), 26 cm diameter. Provenance: Christie's auction, London (by label), an important private collection, Melbourne
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A Wucai foliate rimmed plate, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722), 24.5 cm diameter. Provenance: Christie's auction, London, an important private collection, Melbourne
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A Wucai 'Lady' plate, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722), 22.2 cm diameter. Provenance: Christie's auction, London, an important private collection, Melbourne
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A Wucai 'Qilin and Phoenix' plate, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722), decorated in the interior with a qilin galloping in a lush garden and looking upwards towards a phoenix in flight amidst cloud scroll, 21 cm diameter. Provenance: Christie's auction, London, an important private collection, Melbourne
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A pair of 'Doucai' floral plate, Kangxi - Yongzheng period, Qing Dynasty, (1662-1735), 31.9 cm diameter
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A blue and white and iron-red decorated 'Dragon' bowl, Yongzhen period, Qing Dynasty, Biding ruyi marks in underglaze blue, the bowl is decorated to the exterior with iron-red dragons amongst underglaze blue clouds and a band of waves enclosing each foot. The interior is decorated with a similar dragon. The underside is decorated with a brush, ingot, and ruyi sceptre in underglaze blue, representing the phrase 'Biding ruyi', 18.8 cm diameter 8.1 cm high
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A famille rose vase, Yongzheng period, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng period (1723-1735), the vase is decorated to the with Lan Caihe carrying a basket beside a Buddhist lion, with a maiden at her side offering a peach. The neck is decorated with a bearded sage with his attendant, 28.5 cm high. Provenance: formerly in a private collection in Burford, United Kingdom, then by descent. Christie's London, 4 Nov 2014, lot 13. An important private collection, Melbourne.
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An exceptional Imperial blue and white 'Lotus' vase, Qianlong mark and of the period, Qianlong period, Qing Dynasty, (1736-1795), Qianlong six-character seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795), the vase features vibrant paintings of a lotus scroll band and a combination of floral scrolls. Below are cresting waves, and above are stylized plantain leaves around the narrowed neck, separated by raised double-moulded line borders. On the shoulder are two animal mask ring handles in relief,…
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A pair of Imperial blue and white 'Lotus' dishes, Qianlong mark and of the period, Qianlong period, Qing Dynasty (1736-1795), Qianlong six-character seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795), the dish is decorated to the interior with a large central lotus blossom resting on leafy tendrils. The exterior is also decorated with leafy lotus, 8 cm diam. Provenance: Holly's Auctions, Guangzhou, November 2016, lot 1197, an important private collection, Melbourne
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A blue and white and iron-red decorated 'Dragon' bowl, Qianlong period, Qing Dynasty, (1736-1795), 18 cm diameter 8 cm high
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A small `Robin's Egg' blue glazed vase, Cong, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng period (1723-1735), 5.5 cm high
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A `Robin's Egg' blue-glazed vase, Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period (1736-1795), 18 cm high
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A exceptional famille rose 'figural' teapot, Qianlong period, Qianlong period, Qing dynasty, (1736-1795), very rare and large Qianlong period teapot. The spherical body of this artifact is intricately adorned with a vibrant scene that captures high-ranking officials alongside elegant ladies and a servant, all set within a lush garden. This detailed portrayal not only reflects the social hierarchy but also the leisurely pursuits of the time. The handle and spout of the vessel are remarkably crafted, with…
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A famille-rose vase, Qianlong period, Qing Dynasty (1736–1795), height 26 cm
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A blue and white cup, late Ming - early Qing, 8.9 cm diameter
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A blue and white 'Dragon' Win cup, Ziyuantang mark, Qianlong period, Qing Dynasty (1736–1795), 2.8 high cm
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A blue and white 'Dragon' vase with wood stand, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 12 x 18 high cm
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A blue and white and Iron-Red-Decorated 'Eight Immortals' bowl, Qing Dynasty, Daogunag period (1821-1,850), Daoguang six-character seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1821-1,850), 22 cm diameter 7.5 cm high. Provenance: an important private collection, Melbourne, China guardian Auctions (According to collector)
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