A Famille-rose Zhongkui waterpot, Period of Republic
SKU:
1310046
HK$5,300.00
HK$5,300.00
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Description
Collectible Introduction
In form of round waterpot typical in Republic period. Painted with a classic Chinese god called Zhong Kui (Chinese: 鍾馗) who has the ability to fight against evil. Zhong Kui is a figure of Chinese mythology. Traditionally regarded as a vanquisher of ghosts and evil beings, and reputedly able to command 80,000 demons, his image is often painted on household gates as a guardian spirit, as well as in places of business where high-value goods are involved. The base with private mark in red.
9 cm (h)
Related Auction Record
In 02-03/06/2016 Sotheby's Hong Kong Auction, a small famille-rose vase from Republic period was sold for HK$162,500.- (Lot. 865)
Ref: http://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/ecatalogue/2016/chinese-art-hk0649/lot.865.html
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In form of round waterpot typical in Republic period. Painted with a classic Chinese god called Zhong Kui (Chinese: 鍾馗) who has the ability to fight against evil. Zhong Kui is a figure of Chinese mythology. Traditionally regarded as a vanquisher of ghosts and evil beings, and reputedly able to command 80,000 demons, his image is often painted on household gates as a guardian spirit, as well as in places of business where high-value goods are involved. The base with private mark in red.
9 cm (h)
Related Auction Record
In 02-03/06/2016 Sotheby's Hong Kong Auction, a small famille-rose vase from Republic period was sold for HK$162,500.- (Lot. 865)
Ref: http://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/ecatalogue/2016/chinese-art-hk0649/lot.865.html
To Buy, Reserve or View The Collectible
If you are interested in buying, reserving or viewing this collectible, please fill in the booking form or send email to [email protected] with SKU No. of the collectible and your contacts, we will contact you shortly.