Ancient Chinese, Ming dynasty Pottery Funerary model
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Ancient Chinese Ming dynasty funerary model in pottery, comprising three miniature glazed money chests, in good condition, a licensed replica acquired from a Hong Kong gallery in 1990, not available for shipment to America.
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Three miniature glazed money chests from the Ming period – (#5160)
Taking care of loved ones in the afterlife was and still is very important to the Chinese people. For thousands of years miniature copies of the things which were used in real life were interred with the dead. During the Ming dynasty (1368 - 1644), blue, green, brown and aubergine glazes were used to give pottery objects, also called tile-works, more appeal. The objects were acquired from antiques dealers in Hong Kong in the period 1989-1994 and were formerly part of the Lowlands-collection.
(1 & 2) Pair of money chests on low cabinets
Miniature pair of green glazed money chests on unglazed low cabinets. The money chests and the cabinets are attached together. Depicted on the front of the cabinets are two drawers. Height 12.5 cm. Width 8.8 cm. Depth 7.9 cm.
(3) Money chest with fixed lid
Miniature green and amber glazed pottery model of a money chest. This one is of exceptional quality. The lock, hinges and handles are well modeled and glazed in an amber color. On the bottom remnants of fine plant roots are still present. Length 13.5 cm. Width 9.5 cm. Height 11.5 cm.
WE PREFER NOT TO SELL OR SHIP TO AMERICA BECAUSE OF THE COMPLICATED IMPORT PROCEDURE !!!
Three miniature glazed money chests from the Ming period – (#5160)
Taking care of loved ones in the afterlife was and still is very important to the Chinese people. For thousands of years miniature copies of the things which were used in real life were interred with the dead. During the Ming dynasty (1368 - 1644), blue, green, brown and aubergine glazes were used to give pottery objects, also called tile-works, more appeal. The objects were acquired from antiques dealers in Hong Kong in the period 1989-1994 and were formerly part of the Lowlands-collection.
(1 & 2) Pair of money chests on low cabinets
Miniature pair of green glazed money chests on unglazed low cabinets. The money chests and the cabinets are attached together. Depicted on the front of the cabinets are two drawers. Height 12.5 cm. Width 8.8 cm. Depth 7.9 cm.
(3) Money chest with fixed lid
Miniature green and amber glazed pottery model of a money chest. This one is of exceptional quality. The lock, hinges and handles are well modeled and glazed in an amber color. On the bottom remnants of fine plant roots are still present. Length 13.5 cm. Width 9.5 cm. Height 11.5 cm.
WE PREFER NOT TO SELL OR SHIP TO AMERICA BECAUSE OF THE COMPLICATED IMPORT PROCEDURE !!!
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese, Ming dynasty
Century/timeframe
1368-1644
Name of object
Funerary model
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1990
Material
Pottery
Country acquired from
Hong Kong
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Hong Kong
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Licensed replica
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
