Kangxi (1662-1722) - Teapot - Large Tulips, Ruyi Heads and Blossoms - Tulip Mania Bulb Bubble - Porcelain - Melon Shaped Teapot

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Sarah Le Helley
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Studied Asian art and art market management; researched art in Taipei; worked in auctions.

Estimate  € 500 - € 550
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Description from the seller

A lovely antique rare melon shaped Chinese porcelain teapot with a central decoration of Large Tulips, executed in a nice underglaze blue and white with overglaze Iron red gold. In the border a classical decoration of Ruyi Heads and Blossoms. An elegantly shaped ear and sturdy sprout. Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China during the Qing dynasty, Kangxi period (ca. 1700). Guaranteed original and of the stated period.

Including original lid!

Length: 14,0 centimeter

In very good condition (see condition report below):

Condition report:
On the pictures are reflections of the light used for photography and maybe some dirt or baking imperfections visible, please note that they might look like chips/hairlines or restorations but they are not; unless mentioned below. A careful description of the condition:
The object is in very good condition, two (glaze) bites on the sprout only, a clean sound when tapped. No hairlines or restorations. The condition is carefully checked with strong UV-light and bright translucent white light.

Shipping method: This lot will be securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand.

Buy multiple lots from this seller and save on shipping costs, for multiple lots you’ll pay the shipping costs only once.


A lovely antique rare melon shaped Chinese porcelain teapot with a central decoration of Large Tulips, executed in a nice underglaze blue and white with overglaze Iron red gold. In the border a classical decoration of Ruyi Heads and Blossoms. An elegantly shaped ear and sturdy sprout. Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China during the Qing dynasty, Kangxi period (ca. 1700). Guaranteed original and of the stated period.

Including original lid!

Length: 14,0 centimeter

In very good condition (see condition report below):

Condition report:
On the pictures are reflections of the light used for photography and maybe some dirt or baking imperfections visible, please note that they might look like chips/hairlines or restorations but they are not; unless mentioned below. A careful description of the condition:
The object is in very good condition, two (glaze) bites on the sprout only, a clean sound when tapped. No hairlines or restorations. The condition is carefully checked with strong UV-light and bright translucent white light.

Shipping method: This lot will be securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand.

Buy multiple lots from this seller and save on shipping costs, for multiple lots you’ll pay the shipping costs only once.


Details

Era
1400-1900
Specific region of origin
Jingdezhen kilns, Jiangxi
Title additional information
Melon Shaped Teapot
Material
Porcelain
Country of origin
China
Designer/artist/maker
Kangxi (1662-1722)
Model
Large Tulips, Ruyi Heads and Blossoms - Tulip Mania Bulb Bubble
Dynastic style/period
Kangxi (1662-1722)
Decor
Iron red
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
0 cm
Width
14 cm
Estimated period
1650-1700
The NetherlandsVerified
9895
Objects sold
100%
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