A LARGE CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE 'KRAAK' 'FIGURAL' BOWL, LATE MING DYNASTY / 17TH CENTURY |

the deep rounded sides rising from a tapered foot to a subtly foliated rim, painted in inky cobalt tones, the interior centered with a large medallion of a woman spinning thread, the cavetto and exterior each with panels with figural scenes of men and boys and divided by floral motifs, wood stand, 2 pieces

The bowl with one rim chip with associated hairline, and scattered fritting to the rim. The rim slighly uneven. Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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