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Chinese & Asian Arts, Part 1 — Artvisory

Auction House:ArtvisoryNumber of lots recorded:195
Sale Title:Chinese & Asian Arts, Part 1Lots with images:195
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:88
Date:1-Dec-2024
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Cai Shou, (Cai Zhefu) (1879-1941). A mounted painting of the landscape of Mount Huangshan. Ink and colour on paper, fan leaf. Signed Qian and dedicated to Cai Shou, with one seal of the artist, and one collection seal of Cai Shou. Provenance: Choi Jit Fu (Cai Zhefu) collection and thence by descent, 16.3 cm x 52.5 cm
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Wu Dacheng (1835-1902). A mounted calligraphy fan in clerical script style. Ink on paper, fan leaf. Signed Taicheng Daoren and dedicated to Cai Shou, with one seal of the artist, and one collection seal of Cai Shou. Wu Dacheng (1835-) was a prominent Chinese scholar, calligrapher, and collector during the late Qing Dynasty. He was known for his expertise in epigraphy, bronze and stone inscriptions, and Chinese antiquities. Wu Dacheng served in various government positions and was highly regarded for his…
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Da Zhou (Cai Yixian). Qing Dynasty, 19th century. Provenance: Choi Jit Fu (Cai Zhefu),Cai Shou (1879-1941) collection and thence by descent. Private collection, Melbourne. 50 cm x 21 cm
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Wu Deyi (1864-1920s). Calligraphy in running style. Ink on paper, four unmounted album leaves. Inscribed and signed Yi Zhuang, Xinxiang Cike, and Wu Deyi, with four seals of the artist, one dedicated to Cai Zhefu. Three with Cai Zhefu's collector seals. Two dated yiwei year (1895), and dingyou year (1897). Provenance: Choi Jit Fu (Cai Zhefu),Cai Shou (1879-1941) collection and thence by descent. Private collection, Melbourne. 33.5 x 22.5 cm (4).
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Ding Yanyong (1902-1978). Provenance: Important private collection, Melbourne. The Carl Wantrup collection.
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A bronze mirror. Tang dynasty, (618- ce), diameter 19.5 cm
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A rare small bronze 'Deities' mirror. Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 25-220). The central knob is encircled by deities, all cast in high relief within a band of plain semi-circles alternating with rectangles, each enclosing a character, below an inscription and a band of scrolls on the rim. Dimensions: diameter 10 cm, height 0.7 cm
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A bronze Sun-Mirror, Yang Shui. Qing Dynasty, 18th century or earlier. The Yangshui mirror, is an ancient Chinese bronze mirror with unique reflective and symbolic properties. Known as the 'sunlight ignition mirror,' it was designed with a concave surface that could concentrate sunlight to produce fire. This capability gave it a sacred status in Chinese culture, where it was often used in rituals and as a symbol of divine power and protection. Yangshui mirrors, especially prized for their craftsmanship,…
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A rare bronze Owl-Form vessel. Han Dynasty, (206 BC-AD 220). A rare bronze vessel in the form of an owl, Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 220). This exquisite small vessel is crafted in the shape of an owl, with the body elegantly perched upon two small feet and a sturdy tail, providing stability and balance. The surface exhibits a finely preserved greenish-black patina, smooth and rich, hinting at the vessel's significant age and the sophisticated bronze-working techniques of the Han period. The delicate form and…
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A rare bronze ritual wine vessel, Hu. Warring States period (475-221 BC). A rare bronze ritual wine vessel, Hu, from the Warring States period (475- BC). The shoulders of the vessel are adorned on each side with a beast-mask handle, each suspending a loose ring. This design demonstrates the advanced casting techniques and distinctive artistic style of the Warring States period. Such vessels were not only functional but also held deep ritual and cultural significance, serving as Important objects in ancient…
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A cast bronze food steamer. Warring States period, (475- BC). The globular vessel raised on a flared foot and cast with three rows of addorsed kui-dragons and one of a twisted rope chain set off by a pair of taotie masks suspending single rings, the decoration repeated in modified pattern on the cover under a rounded flat handle, the interior pierced for use, the surface covered with a malachite patina and earthen encrustation. Provenance: lot 8492, Bonhams' San Francisco, 24 June 2015. Important private…
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A cast bronze single-hand sword, Jian. Warring States period, (475- BC). Cast in the Zhou style, formed of a conical pommel with two extruding flanges on the grip above the double-edge blade with a raised spine tapering gradually toward the tip. Provenance: lot 8494, Bonhams' San Francisco, 24 June 2015. Important private collection, Melbourne, approx length 47 cm
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Two inlaid bronze belt hooks. Warring States period, (475- BC). Provenance: lot 197, Sotheby's' Melbourne, 29 Oct 2014. Important private collection, Melbourne, approx length 22.5 cm, 22.3 cm
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A gold-inlaid bronze belt hook. Warring States period, (475- BC). A gold-inlaid bronze belt hook, Warring States period with a small chilong head hook to one end, the broad curved shaft with a raised centre ridge decorated in gold inlay with animal forms extending over the surface, the reverse with a projecting button for attachment. Provenance: lot 196, Sotheby's' Melbourne, 29 Oct 2014. Important private collection, Melbourne, approx length 21.5 cm
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Two inlaid bronze belt hooks. Warring States period, (475- BC). Two inlaid bronze belt hooks, Warring States period the first with a ridged shaft terminating in an animal's head showing traces of gold inlay; the second with two sinuous dragon forms with remains of turquoise inlay, both with chilong head hooks. Provenance: lot 199, Sotheby's' Melbourne, 29 Oct 2014. Important private collection, Melbourne, approx length 13.7 cm, 14 cm
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A gilt and inlaid bronze belt hook. Provenance: Important private collection, Melbourne, approx length 21.6 cm
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A very rare bronze and jade comb, Dian culture, Yunnan Province. Western Han. A very rare bronze and jade comb, Dian culture, Yunnan Province, Western Han (206BC-8AD), with malachite inlays on both sides, the bronze handle cast with a rider flanked by two hounds, the jade teeth incised with stylised design. Well developed patination. Provenance: lot 330, Mossgreen, 14 Jun 2011 ($9500). Important private collection, Melbourne. Mosgreen lot 330. 31/05/2011, width 7 cm length 12.3 cm
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A Yue Ware jar. Jin Dynasty (265-420). The jar is decorated with a band of stamped decoration on the shoulder, alternating with four small loop handles, covered with a pale sea green glaze ending in an irregular line towards the foot exposing the buff ware. Provenance: Walter Hochstadter collection and thence by descent, , height 9.5 cm, diameter 15.5 cm
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A fine Yue celadon foliate dish. Tang-Five Dynasties period, 9th-10th century. Comparable example: Christie's New York, 24 Mar 2023, lot 1010. (US$5,670). Provenance: capital gallery, Hong Kong. The Carl Wantrup collection. - , diameter 17 cm, height 4 cm
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A rare Cizhou Julu white glazed bowl, Chawan. Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), diameter 14.2 cm, height 4.5 cm
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A rare white glazed jar. Sui-Early Tang Dynasty, 6th-7th century. Provenance: The Tobby collection. The Carl Wantrup collection, , height 28.5 cm, width 25.3 cm
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A Changsha green and Straw-Glazed Pottery ewer. Tang Dynasty (618-907), height 23.5 cm, width 16.5 cm
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A pair of Sancai-glazed cups. Tang Dynasty (618-907), diameter 5.4 cm, height 2.7 cm, diameter 5 cm, height 2.6 cm
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A moulded Sancai-glazed Petal-Rimmed Dishe. Liao Dynasty, (907-1125). The interior is moulded with a central blossom glazed amber and ivory, surrounded by ivory and amber glazed lotus flowers against a green glazed wave-pattern ground. Dimensions: diameter 14 cm, height 2.2 cm
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An amber glazed camel. Tang Dynasty, (618-907). Comparable example: Christie's Hong Kong, Avilion Online - Chinese Art, an amber glazed ram and a hound', 7 Dec 2021, lot 3214. (HK$35,000), length 6.3 cm, height 8.2 cm
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A carved amber glazed vase, Meiping. Liao Dynasty (907-1125). The vase is carved with a band of leafy peony blossoms below a narrow band of stylized floral sprays. Provenance: Property from the collection of Lenora and Walter F. Brown. Christie's, New York, 9 December 2020. The Carl Wantrup collection. , height 34.5 cm, width 17.5 cm
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A blue and white incense box. Ming Dynasty, Tianqi period (1620-1627), length 6.6 cm, height 2.4 cm
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A Chinese blue and white Kosometsuke octagonal cake dish, Kashiki. Ming Dynasty, Tianqi period (1620-1627), diameter 18.5 cm, height 5.3 cm
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A pair of Chinese Liu Hai decorated Kosometsuke blue and white dishes. Ming Dynasty, Tianqi period (1620-1627), diameter 21.5 cm, height 3.5 cm, diameter 22 cm, height 3.2 cm
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A rare Chinese blue and white Kosometsuke cold water jar, Mizusashi. Ming Dynasty, Tianqi period (1620-1627), diameter 13.4 cm, height 12.5 cm
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A group of three Wucai Dishs. Ming Dynasty, Chongzhen period, (1627-1644), diameter 14.3 cm height 1.8 cm
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A pair of Chinese Canton enamel dishes. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period, (1736-1795). The mirror image pair decorated with a scene of figures crossing a bridge in famille rose enamels. R&V Tregaskis No.2737 label affixed to the base. Together with a Chinese cloth-bound fitted box. Provenance: Bluett & Son, London 14 April 1975. R&V Tregaskis No.2737 label affixed to the base. Mossgreen Auctions, 24 November 2008, lot 507. Rogers collection, Toorak, Melbourne. The Carl Wantrup collection, diameter 26.5 cm,…
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An underglaze blue and famille rose enameled stick-neck vase, Qianlong mark. Qing Dynasty, 19th century. Painted in underglaze blue with a cloud collar band below the rim, eight Buddhist Treasures on a leafy band at the shoulder and another band of waves and rock above the foot, the long neck and compressed ovoid body painted in white and richly hued enamels with chrysanthemum branches in full bloom, the recessed base bearing the six-character mark in underglaze blue seal script. Provenance: Arthur Edwin…
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A fine enamelled porcelain vase. Republic period, 20th century. Brilliantly enamelled with court women and children playing on a garden terrace, the children holding festive banners. Provenance: an Important private collection, Melbourne. Lot 8328, Bonhams' San Francisco, 24 June 2014, approx height 40.3 cm
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A rare famille rose and imitation bronze pear shaped vase. Republic period, 1947. Enamelled in a late Republic style with two roundels enclosing pastoral landscapes, the imitation bronze ground embellished with gilded motifs, with ruyi handles each suspending a wan character and pairs of fish, the base with a nine character iron-red mark, zhonghua renminguo sanliu nian zhongzheng. Provenance: lot 473, Bonhams' Knightsbridge, 3 November 2014. Important private collection, Melbourne, approx height 33.5 cm
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An exceptional famille rose enameled presentation vase. Republic period, dated by inscription to 1947. This vase, with its noble and graceful shape, features exquisite double handles attached between the rim and shoulders. The entire piece is richly decorated, with a splendid array of colors that create an immediate impression reminiscent of the grandeur of Qianlong Imperial porcelain. The belly of the vase is adorned with symmetrically curling Western-style flowers against a gilded background, exuding a…
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A rare pair of silver hooks, marked Tiande Huang. Qing Dynasty, 19th century. This rare pair of silver belt hooks bears the inscriptions 'Tiande Huang' and 'Taipingxinji,' linking them to the brief Tiande era (April 28, 1853 - October 7, 1853), a time named by Huang Demei, a prominent leader of the Xiaodao Hui, a faction of the Tiandihui (heaven and earth Society) in Fujian Province during the late Qing Dynasty. Huang's Xiaodao Hui gained influence by uniting with other regional movements against the…
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An export silver bowl with bamboo decoration. Qing Dynasty, 19th century. This finely crafted export silver bowl features intricate bamboo motifs, symbolizing resilience and elegance. The delicate relief work captures the natural grace of bamboo, a design highly appreciated in both Chinese and Western markets. This bowl reflects the cultural exchange inherent in export silver pieces. Dimensions: width 16 cm height 11 cm weight 442g
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An export silver censer with plum decoration. Qing Dynasty, 19th century, width 10 cm height 5.7 cm weight 173g
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An export silver tower, , height 15 cm width 4.5 cm weight 88g
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An export silver round box and cover, width 8.8 cm height 5.8 cm weight 161 g
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An very fine export silver teapot. Qing Dynasty, 19th century, diameter 23.5 cm height 17.5 cm weight 680 g
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An export silver bowl, width 13.4 cm height 6.5 cm weight 215 g
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A Chinese export silver cocktail shaker late Qing Dynasty. Provenance: The Oliver & Pham collection, Melbourne. Dimensions: approx height 26.5 cm weight 696 g
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A silver three piece tea set. 19th-20th century. Provenance: The Oliver & Pham collection, Melbourne. Dimensions: approx height 13 cm, 11 cm, 6.8 cm weight 988 g
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A Chinese silver spoon. 19th-20th century. Provenance: The Oliver & Pham collection, Melbourne. Dimensions: approx length 25 cm weight 69g
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A Chinese silver bracelet with ivory inlaid and a Silver-Ivory ring. China, 19th-20th century. Ivories have signatures of Yu Shuo, 'Silver', 'China', 'Bee' marks to the silver bracelet, fitted box (ring). Yu Shuo (1873-1957), courtesy name Xiaoxuan, was a native of Jiangdu, Yangzhou. He was a master of micro-carving, particularly skilled at engraving on fan bones. His ivory micro-carvings were especially admired in his time. His specialty was the technique of 'blind carving,' where he carved entirely by…
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A silver mirror in set of gem stones. Qing Dynasty, 19th century, approx length 22.6 cm
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A white glazed foliate-rimmed bowl. Five Dynasties-Northern Song Dynasty, 10th-11th century. The rim is carved with five lobes, covered in an ivory-tinged glaze. Similar example sees as: Sotheby's HongKong. Contemporary Literati - Curiosity,04 April 2015 - Hong Kong, lot 2927. A 'Ding' bowl Song Dynasty. Collection of Sir H. Ingram collection, no. R965. Sotheby's London, 16th May 2007, lot 220. Dimensions: diameter 17.2 cm, height 6 cm
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A Ding carved 'Twin Fish' cup. Northern Song Dynasty, (AD 960-1127). The interior is carved with a central medallion enclosing a pair of fish swimming amidst waves. The foot ring is unglazed revealing the white body. Provenance: Important private Collector. Goro Sakamoto (labelled), diameter 9 cm height 4.2 cm
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A carved Ding 'Lotus' cup. Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127). This finely potted bowl features delicate, fluid carvings of symbolic lotus blossoms and leaves on winding stems, gracing the interior. Both the inside and exterior are adorned with a lustrous, pale ivory-toned glaze, characteristic of the period. From the esteemed Lam's gallery in Hong Kong, the gallery holds an esteemed reputation as one of the world's most trusted and respected dealers in Chinese antiques. With Japanese wood box. Provenance:…
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A white dish Song Dynasty. Bonhams 30333 Lot 46, approx diameter 13 cm
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A carved Ding 'Lotus' dish. Song Dynasty, 11th-12th century. The dish has angled sides and is carved on the interior with a single lotus sprig with scrolling leaves, covered with a warm ivory glaze. Provenance: Luen Chai, Hong Kong (labelled). A private collection, Adelaide. Similar example: Christie's Hong Kong. Important Chinese ceramics and works of Art, 30 May 2024, lot 2851, property from an Asian private collection. A carved Ding 'Peony' Lobed-Rim dish. Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127). HK$277,200,…
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A rare white glazed foliate-rimmed vase. Northern Song-Jin Dynasty (AD 960-1234). The vase's ovoid body features a bow-string band encircling the shoulder, while the tall trumpet-shaped neck flares out to an undulating rim adorned with additional bow-string incisions. The entire piece rests on a high, spreading foot. It is coated with a creamy white glaze that extends into the mouth and onto the base. This exceptionally rare vase is attributed to the Northern Song period, evidenced by its precise…
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Two white glazed figure. Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), , height 6.5 cm, height 5 cm
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A very rare Chinese Qingbai figure of Luohan plaque. Song Dynasty (960-1279). Provenance: The Allan Rae collection. K.Y. Fine Art, Hong Kong. Dimensions: length 7.5 cm, W; 5 cm
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A Qingbai lobed high-footed bowl. Northern Song Dynasty, (AD 960-1127). Similar example: a Qingbai foliate stem bowl, northern song dynasty (AD 960-1127), Christie's New York, 22 Mar 2024, lot 917. (Sold US$9,450), diameter 12 cm, height 6.6 cm
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A rare Qingbai 'Rice Measure' jar. Song Dynasty, (960-1279). The piece is delicately potted, featuring deep, rounded sides, gently incurved rim. It is entirely covered in a smooth, icy-blue glaze, with the rim subtly revealing the white body beneath. Similar example: Sotheby's London. Fine Chinese ceramics and works of Art, 2005, lot 142. A 'Qingbai' bowl Southern Song Dynasty, width 11.5 cm, height 8.6 cm
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A carved Qingbai floral dish. Northern Song Dynasty, (AD 960-1127), diameter 19.8 cm, height 5 cm
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A Qingbai moulded jar and cover. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). A rare Qingbai glazed jar with a very rich moulded decoration and with original lid. Dimensions: diameter 7 cm, height 6.5 cm
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A Qingbai moulded 'Chilong' ewer. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). Provenance: Private collection, South Australia. Dimensions: approx height 10 cm
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A rare Yue celadon foliate carved 'Makara' bowl. Five Dynasties-Northern Song Dynasty, 10th-11th century. Provenance: Luen Chai, Hong Kong (labelled). A private collection, Adelaide, , height 7.5 cm diameter 14.4 cm
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A Longquan celadon tea bowl. Southern Song Dynasty or later, (1127-). With an everted rim, covered in a thick, bluish-green glaze. Provenance: a private collection, Geelong, Australia. Dimensions: approx diameter 10.7 cm
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A small Longquan Guan-Type 'Lotus Petal' bowl. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). The bowl is carved on the exterior with overlapping petals which radiate from the base and is covered all over in a pale olive-celadon glaze suffused with a network of cream-colored crackle. The foot rim is left unglazed. Similar example: Sotheby's Hong Kong. China / 5000 Years, 20 Nov 2021, lot 382, property of a gentleman, a Longquan Guan-type 'Lotus' cup, song dynasty. Sold HK$56,700, diameter 8.5 cm, height 4.5 cm
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A Longquan celadon bubble bowl. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). Similar example: Christie's Hong Kong. Pavilion Online - Chinese Art, 22 Nov-6 Dec 2022, lot 3198, a small Longquan celadon 'Bubble' bowl. Song Dynasty (960-1279). Price Realised HK$107,100, diameter 8.7 cm, height 4.5 cm
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A Longquan celadon 'Lotus Petal' bowl. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). This exquisite bowl is expertly shaped with deep, rounded sides, and features a carved exterior adorned with overlapping petal motifs that ascend from the base. It is uniformly coated with a thick, pale sea green glaze, lending it a tranquil appearance. A comparable example was auctioned at Christie's for HK$201,600. Provenance: private Japanese collection. Comparable example: Christie's Hong Kong, Chinese ceramics & works of Art,…
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A small Longquan tripod censer. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). The compressed body is raised on three short feet and has a flat everted rim, with three narrow flanges beginning at a slight ridge on the shoulder and trailing down each leg. The censer is covered overall with a sea green glaze of even tone. Similar example: a small celadon tripod Censeri, Christie's Hong Kong, 6 Jun 2023, lot 3222. (Sold HK$252,000), width 7.2 cm, height 6.3 cm
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A Longquan Celedon bowl. Ming Dynasty, (1368-1644), diameter 17.5 cm, height 8.5 cm
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A Longquan celadon vase. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). Luen Chai, Hong Kong (labelled). A private collection, Adelaide, , height 15.5 cm, width 8 cm
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A very rare Longquan/Guan celadon octagonal dish. Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). This extremely rare Longquan/Guan celadon octagonal dish, dating from the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), features an elegant, flat, and everted octagonal rim, a shape likely inspired by Song Dynasty silver and gold works. Its unique form is seldom seen in celadon ware, with very few examples documented in literature. A similar dish, measuring 15.87 cm and adorned with a finely crackled glaze, is housed in the Asian Art…
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A very rare Yaozhou celadon censer. Northern Song Dynasty, 11th-12th century. This exquisite Yaozhou celadon censer, dating from the Northern Song Dynasty (11th-12th century), exemplifies the refined ceramic craftsmanship of the period. The censer features a cylindrical cup mounted on a gracefully waisted stem, which extends from a wide, spreading pedestal foot. The design is crowned by a gently curved, wide-everted rim, elaborately carved with intricate floral scrolls that echo the natural motifs popular…
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A rare carved Yaozhou celadon conical bowl. Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127). This conical bowl is delicately carved on the interior with a central flower and radiating petals, all covered in a rich olive-green glaze typical of Yaozhou ware, enhancing its intricate detailing and elegant form. Provenance: Important private collection, Melbourne, , height 4.9 cm, diameter 11.2 cm
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A rare Ding persimmon-glazed conical tea bowl. Northern Song Dynasty, (960-1127). This finely potted bowl features thin, widely flaring sides and rests on a short, tapered foot. It is coated inside and out with a smooth persimmon glaze. The unglazed foot ring exposes the bowl's greyish-brown biscuit body. An almost identical example was sold at Christie's for HK$212,500: https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-6268130. Provenance: Important private collection, Melbourne, diameter 13.8 cm, height 4.2 cm
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A rare Yaozhou persimmon-glazed jar. Northern Song Dynasty, (960-1127). Provenance: The Allan Rae collection. Luen Chai, Hong Kong, diameter 10.3 cm height 7 cm
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A conical 'Hare's Fur' tea bowl. Song Dynasty, 12th-13th century. The bowl features broad, flaring sides that ascend from a finely cut, narrow foot to a subtly everted rim. It is entirely coated with a lustrous black glaze, delicately streaked with fine 'Hare's fur' markings. These markings gracefully taper to a russet brown at the rim, adding a sophisticated contrast to the piece's overall aesthetic. For a comparable example of this type of ceramic work, you can refer to a piece that was auctioned by…
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A small 'Oil Spot' black glazed bowl. Northern Song-Jin Dynasty (960-1234), diameter 9.2 cm height 4.1 cm
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A Cizhou-Type 'Oil Spot' bowl. Jin Dynasty, 12th-13th century, diameter 17.5 cm height 7.8 cm
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A Jizhou Tixi decorated bowl. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). Features a cream-coloured decoration adorned with ruyi head motifs encircling a central flowerhead, imitating the look of tixi lacquer. The exterior is decorated with russet specks that mimic the appearance of tortoise shell, all set against a rich dark brown glaze. The unglazed foot reveals the buff-coloured body beneath. Similar example sees as: Sotheby's New York. Song tradition: early ceramics from the Yang de Tang collection. 17 March…
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A small Jizhou 'Tortoise Shell'-Glazed bowl. Southern Song Dynasty, (1127-1279). Provenance: acquired from East & West Art, Melbourne, 9/8/86. Private collection, Melbourne. Dimensions: diameter 11 cm, height 5.6 cm
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A small painted Jizhou 'Deer' vase. Southern Song-Yuan Dynasty, 13th century. The vase is painted in dark brown slip on white slip on each side of the body with a panel enclosing a leaping deer. Under a clear glaze, stopping neatly above the ring foot, exposing the biscuit body. Dimensions: diameter 6.6 cm, height 12.1 cm
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A Cizhou Sgraffiato vase, Meiping. Northern Song Dynasty, (960-1127). A Cizhou Sgraffiato Meiping vase. This elegant Cizhou sgraffiato vase, shaped in the classic meiping form, features intricate carved decoration under a lustrous glaze, showcasing the refined artistry of the Cizhou tradition. A similar example was sold at Christie's. 13 Jun 2024 lot 8 for Eur 25,200. Https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-6487561, , height 38 cm height 15.5 cm
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A Cizhou Russet-Painted black glazed vase, Yuhuchunping. Jin Dynasty, (1115-1234). Provenance: The Carl Wantrup collection, height 24.5 cm, width 15.5 cm
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A bronze vase. Song-Yuan Dynasty (960-1368). This bronze vase features a body adorned with a smooth dark green-brown patina, showcasing the refined aesthetic of the period. Accompanied by an old Japanese wooden box, it was likely cherished by Japanese tea masters and used in tea ceremonies, highlighting its cultural significance and enduring appeal in traditional practices. Provenance: Important private collection, Melbourne, , height 26 cm, width 12 cm
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A Chinese black glazed Meiping vase, Jin Dynasty (1115-1234). Jin Dynasty (1115-1234), china. Provenance. 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, Australia in 2007. He was a member of the Oriental ceramic Society (USA) from 1953-1982. A…
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A Jun twin-handled jar. Jin Dynasty (1115-1234)
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A Jun twin-handled jar. Jin Dynasty (1115-1234), , height 8.7 cm D : 11 cm
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A group of two Longquan celadon jarlets. Yuan Dynasty, 14th century. Provenance: a private collection, Geelong, Australia. Dimensions: approx height 7.5 cm, 5 cm
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Two blue and white jarlets. Yuan Dynasty, 14th century. Provenance: a private collection, Geelong, Australia. Dimensions: approx height 6 cm, 6.3 cm
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A blue and white 'Lotus' bowl, 'Chawan'. Ming Dynasty, 16th-17th century, diameter 14.1 cm, height 7.6 cm
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A blue and white dish. Ming Dynasty, 17th century, approx diameter 14.2 cm
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A blue and white dish. Ming Dynasty, 16th-17th century, diameter 25 cm
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A Bule and white dish. Ming Dynasty, 16th-17th century, approx diameter 21 cm
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A blue and white dish. Ming Dynasty, 16th-17th century. Provenance: acquired from Paul Nugent, Melbourne, 22/9/82. Private collection, Melbourne. Dimensions: diameter 13.5 cm, height 2.5 cm
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A blue and white 'Figure' dish. Qing Dynasty, Shunzhi period, (1644-1661), diameter 36 cm, height 8.6 cm
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A blue and white 'Figural' dish, Jiajing mark. Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722). It is painted with a scene of a scholar talking to a boatman, with the inscription, possibly a scene from 'Romance of the West Chamber' jiajing double circle six characters mark- , height 4.6 cm diameter 16.4 cm
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A blue and white 'Sanniangjiaozi' dish. Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period, 17th century. The central medallion finely decorated with a seated lady in a pavilion watching a boy playing beside a lake with a leaping carp and a phoenix amongst bamboo trees, the exterior with three similar carps above rolling waves. According to some plates displayed at the Tianjin Museum, this hole mark on the back looks like an Imperial sign indicating a specific fixed temple within the palace. Provenance: Bonhams, London.…
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A blue and white 'Figural' dish, Chenghua mark. Qing Dynasty, 17th-18th century. Finely painted in vivid underglaze blue, using the line-drawing technique with a continuous scene of hui ming ji shu (Huiming delivering a letter for help) from the Romance of the Western chamber, Cheng-hua six characters mark. Dimensions: height 4.5 cm diameter 15.9 cm
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A blue and white 'Eight Immortals' bowl. Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period, 17th century. A wide bowl with steep walls and an outward-curving lip rim. The center features a convex section surrounded by the eight emblems in underglaze blue. Four figures of He Xiangu are depicted on the bulge, along with four flowering branches on the exterior: plum blossom, chrysanthemum, lotus, and peony. Above these is a continuous swastika and parquet pattern border in relief. There is an almost identical one in metropolitan…
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A blue and white 'Mandarin Duck' bowl. Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period, 17th century. Displays typical characteristics of Kangxi period green floral ware. The exterior is decorated with intricate patterns, depicting scenes of lotus ponds, egrets playing in water, and idyllic landscapes, all meticulously painted to capture a sense of vitality. The green floral tones are delicate and clear, closely resembling the elegance and refinement of the Chenghua period style. Provenance: Important private collection,…
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A fine blue and white 'Ladies' vase. Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722), , height 12 cm diameter 5.5 cm
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