Description:
Pair of Yellow-glazed Bowls, China, 19th century, upturned bell-shape with everted rolled rim, resting on a raised foot, the exterior lightly incised with two dragons amongst clouds above waves, six-character Xianfeng mark on recessed base, (damage to one bowl),ht. 2 1/2, rim dia. to 6 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000
one bowl cracked to rim and repaired. hairline cracks, surface scratches and stain to the interiors.
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Keywords
China
Suhyung Kim
Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263

Helen Eagles
Deputy Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3132
Asian Works of Art
With expertise and a passion for the treasures of China, Japan, Korea and India, the Asian Works of Art department offers the best of Asian art at auction, from antiquities to contemporary works.