Lot 4275
  • 4275

A rare pair of paktong tapersticks, probably English, mid 18th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • paktong
  • Height 5 1/2 in.
  • 14 cm
shaped hexagonal bases with anthemions at angles, detachable nozzles. Together with a paktong taperstick on square base with gadroon borders and spiral fluting, detachable nozzle, probably English, mid 18th century, and a miniature paktong taperstick with fixed drip pan at stem, probably late 17th century.

Condition

the miniature taperstick with some losses to base rim and a rough surface from casting; the other sticks in good condition
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