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LOT 2232
Chinese Yue Kiln Style Celadon Animal Vessel
20TH CENTURY A.D.
8 5/8 in. (1.97 grams, 22 cm wide).
Formed as a standing quadruped with incised detailing to the shoulders and hips, the broad neck developing to a spout with gusseted rim; handle formed as a stylised feline attacking the beast with claws sunk into the flanks and mouth open ready to bite the neck. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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Comprising three powder boxes with elaborate painted floral decoration. 345 grams total, 63-69 mm
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In the mid 15th century a freighting junk loaded with fine Vietnamese pottery sank in an area of the South China Sea called the 'Dragon’s Embrace.' This vessel is part of the shipwreck cargo recovered off the coast of Vietnam at Hoi An. The ceramics themselves were probably made in the area of Chu Dau.
