Lot 510
  • 510

A LONGQUAN CELADON DOUBLE-GOURD VASE YUAN DYNASTY

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

  • ceramics
the compressed globular lower bulb rising from a recessed base to a tall upper bulb, covered overall in a celadon-green glaze, the unglazed footrim revealing the grey body

Provenance

Bluett & Sons Ltd, London (label).

Condition

Overall good condition with expected minor firing imperfections. There is general surface wear and an approx. 2.5 cm section of overspray under the rim. There are also some chips with light associated polishing along the footring.
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