PRINTThe decoration on the present lot constitutes a rare type as it is arranged in concentric bands radiating outward from a pointed star panel. The dense motif is reminiscent of Near Eastern inlaid metalwork, particularly in the form and shape of their dining utensils intended for the oversea market. In retrospect, the craftmen in Jingdezhen created works of Near Eastern forms intended for foreign exotica. The aforementioned design was re-created by potters of the Yongzheng emperior. Compare with another exhibiting very similar decorative motifs sold at Sothyby’s Hong Kong, 31 October 1974, lot 227.
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A GARLIC-HEAD PILGRIM FLASK
QIANLONG AND OF THE PERIOD (1736-1795) |
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Of flattened circular form rising from a waisted foot above the waisted neck extending to a garlic-shaped mouth, flanked by a pair of arched strap handles that terminate on the narrow sides on the neck, the body with an intricate network of foliate scrolls in underglazed red, the sides with further meandering veins bearing flowering blossoms, the base inscribed with the six character reign mark. |
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Estimate
500,000 - 800,000 1,953,000 - 3,125,000 64,400 - 103,100
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The decoration on the present lot constitutes a rare type as it is arranged in concentric bands radiating outward from a pointed star panel. The dense motif is reminiscent of Near Eastern inlaid metalwork, particularly in the form and shape of their dining utensils intended for the oversea market. In retrospect, the craftmen in Jingdezhen created works of Near Eastern forms intended for foreign exotica. The aforementioned design was re-created by potters of the Yongzheng emperior. Compare with another exhibiting very similar decorative motifs sold at Sothyby’s Hong Kong, 31 October 1974, lot 227.