Lot 775
  • 775

An Iron-Red Decorated 'Dragon' Wine cup Mark and Period of Xuantong

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description

the steep sides rising to a slightly flared rim, finely painted on the exterior with two dragons striding above tumultuous waves in pursuit of a ' flaming pearl', one turning sharply its head towards the other, all between double-line borders encircling the rim and foot, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark

Condition

The cup is in overall good condition. There is a minor spot on the interior and a minute air bubble on the rim and to the foot.
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