Sep 16, 2003 10:00 EST
F. Gordon Morrill Collection/Chinese & Chinese Export Porcelain
70
PAIR OF CHAMPLEVE BUDDHA'S HAND CITRON VASES
Qianlong Period (1736-1795)
Height 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)
In the form of the yellow fruits standing on end with branches and green enamel leaves; turquoise interiors.
PROVENANCE:
Sotheby's, London, 1 April 1974, lot 103
CONDITION:
Gilding rubbed at the tips of the citron's 'fingers' and on the points of the bases
Sold for $16,250
Estimated at $2,500 - $3,500
Includes Buyer's Premium
PAIR OF CHAMPLEVE BUDDHA'S HAND CITRON VASES
Qianlong Period (1736-1795)
Height 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)
In the form of the yellow fruits standing on end with branches and green enamel leaves; turquoise interiors.
PROVENANCE:
Sotheby's, London, 1 April 1974, lot 103
CONDITION:
Gilding rubbed at the tips of the citron's 'fingers' and on the points of the bases
Auction: F. Gordon Morrill Collection/Chinese & Chinese Export Porcelain, Sep 16, 2003
