Pair of famille verte vases
Chinese, 19th Century
each painted in enamels with lady musicians, and panels around the neck painted with landscapes, 18cm diameter x 56cm high, with hardwood (non-matching) stands
Provenance:-
Hazelwood, Shanghai circa 1930 then by descent. Hazelwood is a large classical property in Shanghai designed by Clough Williams-Ellis and is now on the site of the Radisson Xingguo Hotel
Sold for £3,800
Estimated at £200 - £300
Pair of famille verte vases
Chinese, 19th Century
each painted in enamels with lady musicians, and panels around the neck painted with landscapes, 18cm diameter x 56cm high, with hardwood (non-matching) stands
Provenance:-
Hazelwood, Shanghai circa 1930 then by descent. Hazelwood is a large classical property in Shanghai designed by Clough Williams-Ellis and is now on the site of the Radisson Xingguo Hotel
One vase has been restored. Further wear and firing faults.
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Auction: Asian & Islamic Art, 24th May, 2023