Author: Kangzi (1662-1722) Chinese artist
Source: The Internet
Owner: Auction catawiki
Location: Netherlands
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A lovely antique Chinese porcelain saucer with a central decoration of a rabbit in a thick border. Around the center a falconer on horseback and a lady in a strong underglaze blue with banners. In the border a classical decoration of panels with flowers and peaches in geometrical patterns. Handcrafted in ancient China during the Qing dynasty, Kangxi period (ca. 1700). On the backside marked with Chenghua mark and decorated with lozenges.
Diameter: 10,4 centimeter.
Condition: This object is in overall good condition, chip on footrim and rim, one with hairline, small fritting/mouse-bites, without any restorations. The condition is carefully checked with strong UV-light and bright translucent white light.
Shipping method: The item is securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand.
Object: | Saucer (More lots) |
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Technique: | Handpainted |
Material: | Porcelain |
Period: | Kangxi (1662-1722) |
Region/ Country of origin: | China |
Title of artwork: | Falconer and lady - Peaches, rabbit, lozenges - Marked Chenghua |
Condition: | Good condition, see description |
Dimensions: | 0×10.4×10.4 cm |
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