Lot 227 , A Chinese blue and white phoenix and peony jar, Kangxi period, height 36cm, rosewood cover and stand
A Chinese blue and white 'phoenix and peony' jar, Kangxi period, of baluster form, profusely painted with four phoenixes amid flowers and scrolling foliage, height 36cm, rosewood cover and stand
Estimate £300-500
There are some internal fine star cracks which do not appear on the exterior of the vase, occasional minor scuffs and scratches to the exterior of the glaze and there is a small holed shallow splinter chip to the edge of the foot which is almost worn smooth with age, the wood stand and cover are in reasonable condition with slight age cracks.
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Sold for £1,400