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Fine Asian Works of ArtFeaturing the Ina and Sandford Gadient Collection of Fine Chinese Glass, Part IIIMonday, June 18, 2012

Fine Asian Works of Art AuctionFeaturing the Ina and Sandford Gadient Collection of Fine Chinese Glass, Part III

June 18, 2012, 10am

Chinese Works of Art Jade & Hardstone Carvings: Lots 8001-8049 Snuff Bottles: Lots 8055-8073 Fine Chinese Glass from the Ina & Sanford Gadient Collection: Lots 8075-8087 Coral & Horn Carvings: Lots 8090-8096 Religious Art, Featuring Property from a Private East Bay Collector: Lots 8100-8120 Works of Art: Lots 8123-8194 Fine Porcelains and Works of Art from the Reynold Tom Collection: Lots 8195-8206 Chinese Ceramics: Lots 8210-8303 Textiles: Lots 8305-8332 Furniture: Lots 8335-8359 Paintings, Calligraphy and Books: Lots 8365-891Japanese Works of Art: Lots 8395-8431Korean and Other Asian Works of Art: Lots 8435-8441

Preview dates: Friday, June 1, 10am to 5pmSaturday, June 2, 10am to 5pmSunday, June 3, 9am to 5pmFriday, June 8, 10am to 5pmSaturday, June 9, 9am to 5pmFriday, June 15, 10am to 5pmSaturday, June 16, 10am to 5pmSunday, June 17, 9am to 5pmDay of sale at 9 am to the end of the Auction or by appointment

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Front Cover Lot: 8185Back Cover Lot: 8376

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8001Two Jade CarvingsThe first a reticulated hairpin carved with a sinuous chilong dragon holding a lingzhi fungus in its mouth; the second a miniature ruyi scepter carved with two peaches and a bat to each terminal.Longest: 3 inches (7.6 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8002A Group of Six White Jade CarvingsComprising four belt ornaments including a belt buckle carved with plants and insects, three archaist-ic belt loops, and two small jade toggles with sim-plistic carvings.Longest: 4 1/8 inches (10.5 cm)Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. This superb private collec-tion was primarily acquired from Sotheby’s Hong Kong and New York during the 1970s and 80s.

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8003A Jade Archer’s RingCarved with one flattened side, the white stone with reddish-brown russet inclusions.Diameter: 1 5/8 inches (4.1 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8004A White Jade Archer’s RingQing DynastyThe rounded cylindrical white jade ring with russet inclusions, carved in relief to depict a recumbent rodent below a bird in flight.Diameter: 1 3/16 inches (2.9 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8005A Jade Disc ‘Bi’The thick circular shape pierced with a central aper-ture, carved to both sides with raised bosses, the celadon matrix exhibiting very slight brownish inclu-sions and stained fissures lines visible near the pol-ished edge rim.Diameter: 4 1/8 inches (10.5 cm)

Estimate: $600 / 800

8006Five Small Jade PebblesEach of irregular oval form, all with deep russet inclusions.Longest: 2 1/8 inches (5.4 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8007A Carved Jade PebbleOf rounded irregular form, carved to one side to show a roaring tiger with raised tail and incised coat, the reverse left plainly polished, the grayish-celadon stone with russet inclusions.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8008A Green Jade BoulderOf irregular ovoid shape with rounded edges and polished surface, the stone of deep spinach green exhibiting lighter green patches amid darker areas in the rough recessed formations.Width: 7 inches (17.8 cm)

Estimate: $900 / 1300

8009Two Rectangular Jade PendantsThe first carved with a pair of stylized dragons below scrolling clouds to either side, the translu-cent stone of pale celadon hue; the second a plain rectangular plaque, the translucent stone also of pale celadon hue.Longest: 2 inches (5.1 cm)

Estimate: $900 / 1300

8010A Carved White Jade PendantOf overall pebble form, carved in high relief to depict two rams together with lingzhi fungus, the pale stone highlighted by light russet inclusions.Length: 2 5/8 inches (6.7 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8011A Fine White Jade PendantOf elongated rectangular form, carved with a chess board and possibly a zither tightly bound within a folding cloth, the translucent white matrix displaying russet inclusions.Length: 2 1/4 inches (5.7 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8012Two Jade PendantsThe first carved with a lion and a bat in a circular reserve below scrolling clouds, the reverse with the four-character auspicious saying ‘Jixiang Ruyi’ or ‘may luck be with you’; the second carved with an inscription on one side and two figures to the reverse.Longest: 2 inches (5.1 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8013Three Reticulated Jade PendantsThe first of elongated oval shape carved with two birds in flight amongst flowers; the second of oval form carved with a dragon chasing a flaming pearl amongst swirling clouds; the third a circular medallion carved with a bat below an auspicious character flanked by two lingzhi fungus heads.Longest: 2 15/16 inches (7.5 cm)

Estimate: $900 / 1300

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8014Two Reticulated White Jade PendantsBoth of overall ovoid shape with two flattened sides; the fist depicting a lotus blossom between ‘jixing’ lucky character symbols; the second displaying an incised flower basket holding a peony amidst scroll-ing vines.Length: 2 1/4 inches (5.7 cm)


8015A Small White Jade FigureCarved as a standing bearded gentleman holding a gnarled wood cane, the translucent stone of an icy-white matrix.Height: 3 1/8 inches (8 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8016A Small White Jade FigureCarved as a young boy carrying a lotus branch on his shoulder, the stone of translucent white tone.Height: 2 inches (5 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8017A Jade Feitian (Flying Apsaras)The undulating spirit shown smiling while flying amidst swirling clouds, with a sash and robe billow-ing behind, finely incised features and details to both sides, the well polished stone of pale green color displaying light brown inclusions to the reverse.Length: 3 inches (7.6 cm)


8018Two Carved Jade ObjectsThe first a pebble carved around the sides in high relief with two monkeys climbing on an elephant amongst lingzhi fungus and cabbage; the second a small hairpin, both stones of grayish celadon hue.Longest: 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)


8019A Jade Carving of a Buddha’s Hand Citron Of an overall tapered ovoid shape, the opposing symmetrical finger forms ascending in length and elegantly scrolling inward, surmounted by a small bat, finely incised leaves and a double gourd shape amidst the curling vines.Length: 2 1/2 inches (6.4 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8020A Small Reticulated Jade CarvingIn the form of a double gourd group with a chilong dragon clambering upon its side, the polished stone of a mottled gray and russet brown matrix.Length: 2 1/8 inches (5.4 cm)


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8021Two Carved Jade ObjectsThe first a reticulated jade toggle with russet inclusions and carved with a squirrel amongst grapevines; the second a small white jade carving of a deer grasping a lotus leaf.Longest: 2 3/4 inches (7 cm)

Estimate: $700 / 1000

8022A Jade RamCarved as a recumbent ram with its head turned while grasping a lingzhi fungus in its mouth, the stone of deep grayish-celadon hue with russet inclusions.Length: 5 inches (12.7 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8023A Pair of Jade PheasantsRepublic PeriodThe long tail birds shown standing as mirror images of each other, folded wings slightly raised with open beaks revealing a sharp tongue, each finely carved with incised details and reticulated tail feathers, the stone of pale grayish-celadon with deep russet inclu-sions and flecks, with matching reticulated wood stands.Length: 10 3/4 inches (27.3 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8024A Pair of Spinach Jade BirdsEach bird perched on a flowering prunus tree with its head turned and long tail gently curving around the tree trunk, each feather carved in relief and highlighted with incised lines, the jade of an evenly mottled spinach green matrix displaying veins and patches with pinpoint black inclusions, fitted carved wood stands.Height: 7 3/8 inches (18.7 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8025A Carved Jade BoulderLate Qing DynastyCarved in high relief to depict a bearded gentleman approaching a pavilion set in a mountainous landscape with pine trees, the reverse of similar decoration along with an inscribed titled ‘Shoushan Xingzhuang’ and marked ‘Zi Gang’, the stone of grayish-celadon hue with russet inclusions.Height: 5 inches (12.7 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8026A Jade Water DropperNaturalistically carved to resemble an elongated conch shell, the well-polished stone of a grayish-white hue.Length: 5 1/8 inches (13 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8027A White Jade Brush WasherCarved in the form of water caltrop surrounded by three bats, the translucent stone with russet and milky inclusions.Length: 4 3/8 inches (11.1 cm)

Estimate: $5000 / 7000

8028A Jade Phoenix-Form Water Coupe 19th CenturyThe majestic bird with its head turned sideways while grasping a ling-zhi branch in its beak, wings tucked in and swept back towards the long trailing tail feathers which in turn coil under the body next to the tucked-in feet, its body hollowed out with the circular aperture filled by a long tubular cover, topped by three ruyi-heads centered around a drill hole, the stone a grayish-white tone with russet high-lights, accompanied by a reticulated wood stand.Length: 5 3/8 inches (13.6 cm)

Estimate: $2500 / 3500

8029A Spinach Jade Archaistic Covered VaseThe flattened archaistic vase carved with raised key-fret bands around the body, flanked by a pair of loose ring dragon handles and two pairs of loose ring beast handles, raised upon four legs with dragon-form flanges, the cover carved en suite, of deep spinach green stone with numerous black specks throughout, matching wood stand.Height: 8 3/5 inches (21.2 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8030A Jadeite Pendant The translucent vibrant green stone carved to both sides with a bat and lingzhi fungus in relief, all enclosed within a frame of two dragons.Length: 1 15/16 inches (4.8 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8031A Rectangular Jadeite PendantThe translucent and mottled apple-green stone carved in relief with bamboo and birds motifs bordered by a key-fret band to each side.Length: 2 3/16 inches (5.5 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8032Two Jadeite Hair PinsEach of elongated spatulate shape, both of translucent stones display-ing a light lavender hue and apple-green inclusions.Longest: 6 7/8 inches (17.5 cm)

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8033A Jadeite Carving of a BirdDepicting a long tail crested bird perched on a tree stump with a leafy and fruitful branch, of delicate incised feathers and features, the light green stone with lavender highlights and russet inclusions.Height: 5 1/2 inches (14 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8034A Carved Jadeite FigureDepicting a maiden with a bird perched on her head, wearing a long flowing robe while standing next to a bamboo tree, the stone of greenish-yellow hue with russet and apple green inclusions, wood stand.Height: 5 inches (12.2 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8035A Jadeite Box and CoverCarved in high relief as a rounded and leafy double gourd, decorated with additional fruits and vines to the exterior, the stone’s icy matrix of lavender and pale green.Length: 3 1/8 inches (7.9 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8036A Pair of Small Jadeite Covered Vases Each of rounded baluster form, the neck with a pair of loop handles supporting loose rings, surmounted by a conforming cover also with two loop handles supporting rings, the matrix of lavender, green and icy-white.Height: 3 3/4 inches (9.5 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8037A Jadeite Vase and Cover1st Half of the 20th CenturyThe slightly flattened baluster vase raised upon pol-ished rockwork, carved around the sides with bam-boo branches and an intricate network of leafy vines heavy with eggplants, the cover carved in openwork to match with additional vines.Height: 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Estimate: $6000 / 8000

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8038An Agate BrushwasherCarved in the likeness of a tree trunk with gnarled branches featuring creamy prunus blossoms, with a fitted wood stand.Width: 5 inches (12.7 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8039An Agate Covered Tripod CenserFlanked by twin loose ring beast-head handles, the domed cover with a raised decoration including a lion-form finial and three additional loose ring beast-head handles, accompanied by a fitted wood stand.Height: 8 3/4 inches (22.2 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8040An Agate BrushwasherLate Qing DynastyThe leaf form washer further carved with surround-ing leafy branches, accompanied by a fitted wood stand.Width: 4 1/2 inches (11.4 cm)Provenance: From a North Bay estate. Inherited by descent from an American ship captain who acquired his collection during the late 19th Century in China.


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8041A Turquoise Carving of a LuohanThe seated figure with a jovial facial expression, grasping a bowl in both hands and wearing loose fit-ting robes split at the front, the stone of even light blue hue with inclusions of dark black and brown vein formations.Height: 3 3/4 inches (9.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8042A Lapis Lazuli Vase and Cover19th/20th CenturyCarved in relief and in openwork, the baluster vase displaying two birds amongst a pine, prunus, and ling-zhi fungus, the cover surmounted by a pine tree fini-al.Height: 8 5/8 inches (14.3 cm)


8043A Carved Lapis Lazuli BoulderDecorated with a seated luohan meditating in a grotto, the rich blue stone with gold flecks through-out, fitted wood stand.Height: 6 1/4 inches (15.9 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8044A Malachite Figural Group19th/20th CenturyCarved in high relief to depict Guanyin standing amidst lush flowers and birds, the stone of swirling green tones, with a matching wood stand.Height: 5 3/4 inches (14.6 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8045A Malachite Censer and CoverThe slightly flattened baluster form vase carved with a band of archaistic motifs, rounded sides flanked by twin loose ring and mask handles, the cover sur-mounted by a playful lion.Height: 5 1/4 inches (13.3 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8046A Rock Crystal Carving of GuanyinThe bodhisattva shown seated in ‘royal ease’ with a serene facial expression while draped in loose fitting robes, depicted with one arm resting upon a beast form stand.Height: 6 1/4 (16 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8047A Rock Crystal Brushwasher19th CenturyOf compressed globular form, carved with a chilong figure and three lingzhi fungus designs to the rim of the clear vessel.Width: 5 3/4 inches (14.6 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8048A Carved Rock Crystal Covered VaseEarly 20th CenturyThe tapering cylindrical vessel carved in high relief with three chilong chasing after a flaming pearl, the cover surmounted by a monkey riding a dragon, with wood stand.Height: 8 1/2 inches (21.6 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8049An Enameled and Stone Embellished Silver BoxOf circular form decorated in sections to a filigree ground inlaid with various stones and a leafy floral pattern in vibrant blue enamels, the body encircled by a carved jade band of deep green and russet hues, stamped ‘silver’ to the base.Height: 2 3/4 inches (6.9 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8055A White Jade Snuff Bottle18th/19th CenturyOf flattened ovoid form with a flat lip and a oval base, the well-hollowed form of translucent stone with icy white inclusions, coral stopper.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)

Estimate: $5000 / 7000

8056A Fine White Jade Snuff BottleOf rounded rectangular form with a flat lip, the body carved in relief with prunus branches, translucent white stone with natural russet inclusions to the tips of the branches, carved drag-on form coral stopper top.Height: 2 3/16 inches (5.6 cm)

Estimate: $6000 / 8000

8057A Jade Snuff BottleOf flattened circular form, well-hol-lowed with a concave mouth rim and an oval foot rim surrounding a recessed base, faux mask handles to either side, the pale celadon stone with icy white inclusions, blue glass dragon form stopper.Height: 2 3/8 inches (6 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8058A Green Jadeite Snuff BottleLate Qing DynastyOf flattened ovoid form with a flat lip and a rounded oval base, the apple-green stone with emerald, white and russet inclusions, coral stopper.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

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8059A ‘Mud’ Ruby Snuff BottleLate Qing DynastyThe well-hollowed oval shaped bottle carved in high relief with a goldfish swimming amidst lotus plants, the gemstone of deep maroon red hue with green and white inclusions, ‘mud’ ruby stopper.Height: 2 7/16 inches (6.2 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8060Two Opal Snuff Bottles19th CenturyBoth well-hollowed; the first carved with a phoe-nix standing next to a reticulated bamboo tree, reversed by a mandarin duck, green stone stop-per; the second carved with a crane perched on a pine tree, opal stopper.Tallest: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8061Two Rock Crystal Snuff Bottles19th CenturyThe first of convex rect-angular form carved in high relief with a lioness and two cubs to one side, reversed by plantains in low relief, green glass stopper; the second of ovoid form delicately incised with four of the eight Daoist auspicious symbols, green glass stop-per.Tallest: 3 1/4 inches (8.2 cm)


8062A Rose Quartz Snuff Bottle19th CenturyOf well-hollowed com-pressed ovoid shape, carved in relief with a fig-ure holding a long strand of coins above crashing waves, reversed by a beast with a flaming pearl ascending to the sky, the stone of a rich pink tones and honey inclusions, matching stopper.Height: 2 3/8 inches (6 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8063A Carved Amber Snuff BottleEarly 20th CenturyDepicting two boys cling-ing to either side of a large carp issuing from a plant-filled lotus pond below, incised details, coral stopper.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)


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8064A Coral Snuff Bottle*19th CenturyCarved in the form of a standing bearded gentleman with his arms folded together, the coral of pale red tones with small areas of white, carved bird form stopper.Height: 2 7/8 inches (7.3 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8065Two Mother-of-Pearl Snuff BottlesBoth of ovoid form; the first carved in high relief with two birds perched on a branch, green stone stopper; the sec-ond incised with a bird reversed by a double-tailed beast, mother-of-pearl stop-per.Tallest: 2 7/8 inches (7.3 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8066A Tricolor-Overlay Glass Snuff BottleLate Qing/Early RepublicFinely carved through layers of blue, red and green overlay to a white ground with two striding dragons chasing a flaming pearl amongst scroll-ing clouds, agate stopper.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)


8067A White Glass Snuff BottleYongzheng MarkOf elongated cylindrical form, the recessed base bearing an incised Yongzheng four-char-acter mark, mottled brown stone stopper.Height: 3 1/16 inches (7.8 cm)


8068Two Silver Snuff Bottles19th CenturyThe first with two rectangular panels containing a phoenix reversed by a dragon; the sec-ond with two square panels containing peony blossoms; each base with the mark ‘Da Bao’.Tallest: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8069Three Silver Snuff BottlesLate Qing DynastyThe first of a phoenix oppo-site a mythical beast, the base with a mark ‘San Yi’; the sec-ond of pear shape depicting archaistic dragons with coral and turquoise embellishments; the third of baluster form with twin lion-head handles to the sides and with coral and stone embellishments, the base with the mark ‘Ju Wen’.Tallest: 2 3/4 inches (7 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8070Two Silver Snuff Bottles19th CenturyThe first with nine lions at play bordered by ruyi-heads, a mark to the base, bat-deco-rated stopper; the second of flattened ovoid form with incised decorations to both sides, matching stopper.Tallest: 2 1/2 inches (6.4 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8071A Silver Filigree Snuff Bottle19th/20th CenturyOf compressed globular form, the rounded body construct-ed with gilt-painted silver fili-gree floral scrolls and medal-lions, the stopper inset with agate.Height: 2 3/4 inches (7 cm)


8072A Gilt-Metal Snuff BottleTongzhi Mark and PeriodOf flattened, rounded form, cast in high relief to either side with the God of Longevity reserved on a stip-pled ground and framed with-in a thin circular band of key fret, the narrow sides with faux mask and ring handles, original gilt-metal stopper inset with mother-of-pearl carved as a chrysanthemum flower.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8073An Enameled Bronze Snuff BottleLate 19th Century/Early RepublicOf moonflask form, the exte-rior painted in blue enamel to depict nine magpies perched on prunus tree, the recessed base bearing an inscribed Qianlong four-character mark in blue enamel, associated stopper.Height: 3 inches (7.6 cm)


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Fine Chinese Glass from the Ina and Sandford Gadient Collection, Part III

Lots 8075-8087

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About the Collection

Michaan’s Auctions is proud to present the third offering of fine Chinese glass from the Ina and Sandford Gadient collection. Their exceptional glass was a virtual sell out in previous offerings, and this sale proves to be spectacular yet again.

The Gadient’s enthusiasm for fine Chinese glass began in the early 1970s. The collec-tion grew as the Gadients traveled extensively for their international real estate business. Now some forty years later, they are among the most prominent Chinese glass collectors in the world. The outstanding quality and variety of the glass they have acquired sets their collection apart from many others and features rare pieces from the Qing Dynasty.

The exquisite museum quality collection is a result of their diligent study and under-standing of Chinese glass as well as their early, loyal focus on the then undervalued, but highly sophisticated, art form. Pieces from their collection have often been exhibited in museums, with some exhibitions exceeding one hundred pieces and lasting for up to twelve months.

Among the valuable pieces being offered in this sale are lot 8075, a transparent ruby-red glass bowl, lot 8078, a four-color overlay-decorated blue glass jar from the late Qing Dynasty, lot 8079, an opaque yellow bottle vase from the late Qing Dynasty, lot 8080, a turquoise-blue bottle vase with a Qianlong mark from the late Qing Dynasty, lot 8077, a clear glass baluster vase from the late Qing Dynasty, lot 8081, a rare ‘snowstorm’ and multicolor tiered glass vase with a Daoguang mark and of the period, and lot 8076, an imperial yellow ‘lotus flower’ bowl from the late Qing Dynasty. This selection of glass was amassed from and reflects the Gadient’s world travels throughout the 1970s and 80s to locales such as London, Hong Kong, Honolulu, Singapore and Geneva.

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8075A Transparent Ruby-Red Glass BowlQing DynastyOf deep rounded walls with a flaring rim, carved to the exterior with a boy riding a large carp through a continu-ous lotus pond setting, the figure flanked by two birds fly-ing above, recessed base.Diameter: 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm)

Note: The combined motif of a boy riding a fish through a lotus pond, signifies a wish for one to have continuous prosperity. The fish alone is a symbol for abundance, with the lotus representing continuity.

Estimate: $7000 / 9000

8076An Imperial Yellow ‘Lotus Flower’ Glass BowlLate Qing DynastyThe deep rounded walls of brilliant yellow hue and flaring rim, carved with over-lapping layers of incised lotus petals cradled within an undulating lotus leaf rising from the foot, the thick stem encircling the foot and terminating at the center of the base with an elegant curl; accompanied by a finely carved wood stand depict-ing a lotus pond.Diameter: 6 1/8 inches (15.5 cm)

Note: The Lotus is one of the Eight sacred symbols in Buddhism and often appears in Buddhist art representing purity. In everyday life in China, the Lotus is an auspicious ele-ment. The word for ‘lotus’ in Chinese is ‘lian’ or ‘he’ coinciding with the words for ‘continu-ous’ and ‘harmony’. The nature of the lotus plant, which has a strong root with rich and lush blossoms, also signifies prosperity with a sturdy foundation.

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8077A Clear Glass Baluster VaseLate Qing DynastyOf flattened form ascending to a long neck and a trumpet shaped mouth, the body finely carved in relief with three carp jumping above elegantly curling waves, wide shoulder displaying bats upon a a raised geometric band, incised leaves encircle the base of the neck, raised upon a tall foot.Height: 11 1/2 inches (29.2 cm)

Note: The motif of carps leaping from crashing waves is a visual metaphor for a struggling scholar passing his civil service exam and attaining high official status.

Estimate: $8000 / 12,000

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8078A Four-Color Overlay-Decorated Blue Glass JarEarly 19th CenturyThe bulbous body overlaid to the exterior with finely carved yellow, pink and red roses issuing from leafy translucent green branches, play-ful butterflies are shown flying amongst the blossoms, short tapering neck with a flat rim showcasing the various layers of exquisite tur-quoise glass.Height: 5 inches (12.7 cm)

Estimate: $13,000 / 18,000

8079An Opaque Yellow Bottle VaseLate Qing DynastyThe compressed globular form rising to a tall cylindrical neck, raised on short foot with a recessed base, of overall rich mustard-yellow hue with slight variations shown swirling upon the body, the rim exhibiting layers of yellow toned glass.Height: 7 1/2 inches (18.4 cm)

Estimate: $8000 / 12,000

8080A Vibrant Turquoise-Blue Bottle VaseQianlong Mark, Late Qing DynastyOf globular form with a tall cylindrical neck, resting on a slightly spreading foot, the rim displaying layers of bright blue glass of varying translucencies, the four-character mark incised to the recessed base.Height: 8 1/2 inches (21.6 cm)

Estimate: $13,000 / 18,000

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8081A Rare ‘Snowstorm’ and Multicolor Tiered Glass Vase Daoguang Mark and PeriodThe small baluster form vase with a speckled ‘snowflake’ body and spreading pedestal foot, the lower body of aubergine, turquoise and green glass with the mouth rim of opaque aubergine, incised with the four-character Daoguang reign mark evenly spaced around the outer edge of the slightly concave, solid base.Height: 8 5/8 inches (22 cm)

Note: This vase belongs to a rare group of multicolor glass vases, where the several sections of the vase are delineated by various contrasting colors. One such vase in the collection of the Palace Museum, Beijing, is illustrated by William Watson and Chuimei Ho, The Arts of China - After 1620, Yale University Press, 2007, no. 224, The shape of the two vases, although not identical, is quite similar. The Palace Museum vase is five colors, and does not have a ‘snowflake’ layer. It has a Qianlong four-character mark in which the characters are spaced evenly around the countersunk center of the base.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8082An Overlay-Decorated Cabinet BottleLate Qing DynastyWith a flattened circular body and a short cylindrical neck, overlaid in deep olive green, blue and red hues to an opaque white ground, depicting an abundance of cut seasonal flowers displayed in various vessels, surrounded by a string of coins and meandering smoke issuing from a tripod censer.Height: 5 5/8 inches (14.3 cm)

Estimate: $5000 / 7000

8083A Red Glass Overlay BowlLate Qing DynastyThe bowl of opaque white glass with an overlay of ruby-red to the exterior, carved through to depict a design of three evenly spaced clusters of lotus sprays, all raised on a red glass foot.Diameter: 5 7/8 inches (15 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8084A Transparent Chicken-Fat-Yellow Glass Lotus Leaf BowlLate 19th/Early 20th CenturyModeled as a large lotus leaf with the folded edge forming a scalloped rim, the exterior with incised lines indicating the veins, carved in relief with a lush lotus pond of blooming flowers, seed pods and additional leaves, issuing from lotus stems extending to the foot and encircling the base.Diameter: 4 1/4 inches (10.7 cm)

Note: The lotus leaf bowl appears to be one of the more popular designs seen in Chinese glass. Similar examples are illustrated in ‘A Chorus of Colors: Chinese Glass from the Three American Collections’, Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, University of Washington, San Francisco, California, 1995, pl. 123. ‘Elegance and Radiance: Grandeur in Qing Glass. The Andrew K.F. Lee Collection’, The Art Museum, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 2000, pl. 242.

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8085A Blue Overlay-Decorated Cosmetic Box and CoverOf ovoid shape with overlaid designs carved through rich sapphire-blue glass to a clear ground, revealing a continuous swastika band to the body and an endless knot to the cover.Width: 3 inches (7.6 cm)

Provenance: Reputedly made in the Imperial Glass Workshop.Note: In Chinese culture the design of the endless swastika, pronounced ‘wan’, coincides with ‘ten thousand’. Coupled with the endless knot which symbolizes infinity, further creates an unmistakable and powerful artistic representation of longevity.

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8086Two Rectangular Glass PendantsQing DynastyThe first of rounded rectangular form with deep red and green overlay, carved with two opposing chilong encircling stylized ‘shou’ medallions to each side; the second designed to simulate white jade, one side carved with a butterfly and flowering plant above garden rocks, reversed by four large characters reading ‘Yu Tang Fu Gui’.Tallest: 2 5/8 inches (6.7 cm)

Estimate: $4500 / 5500

8087A Gold Fleck-Suffused Amber Glass Duck Water CoupeThe avian form of rich amber hue with glinting gold flecks throughout, shown with its head turned to one side, large spiral eyes and a flattened beak, incised tail feathers with stylized wings carved in relief, the body hollowed from the top to form a deep rounded well.Length: 3 3/4 inches (9.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8090Three White Coral Carvings of Female Immortals*Early 20th CenturyComprising a female deity with a boy; a standing female deity holding a lotus flower in one hand; and a standing female deity wearing long flowing robes, the coral of creamy pinkish-white tone.Tallest: 5 inches (12.7 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8091A Coral Carving of a Female Group*20th CenturyDepicting a willowy standing female immortal wearing long flowing robes, flanked by a prunus tree and bird, the coral of a creamy orange-pink tone, attached to a fitted wood stand.Height: 6 1/8 inches (15.5 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8092A Coral Carving of a Female Immortal*19th CenturyDepicting the female deity wearing long flowing robes while holding a lotus flower in one hand, the coral of a pale salmon tone, with fitted wood stand.Height: 6 3/4 inches (17.1 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

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8093A Coral Carving of the Eight Immortals*19th CenturyCarved in high relief to depict the Daoist immortals with their respective attributes, all riding a fierce dragon amidst crashing waves, of deep pinkish-orange hue with milky-white patches, with fitted wood stand.Length: 10 1/4 inches (26 cm)

Estimate: $8000 / 12,000

8094A Carved Hornbill Hanging Vase and Cover*Of flattened baluster form suspended on a delicate chain, the sides carved with cranes, pine trees and lotus flowers, flanked by scrolling openwork flanges, accompa-nied by a matching wood stand.Height: 3 7/8 inches (9.8 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8095A Rare Rhinoceros Horn Pendant*The oval plaque pierced through the center from top to bottom for suspension, well-carved in low relief to one side with the two characters ‘zhai jie’ and to the other side with two Mongolian characters, surrounded by a frame of archaistic scrolling dragons, the horn of deep caramel tones.Length: 2 1/8 inches (5.3 cm)

Note: The characters refer to abstinence from eating meat and drinking wine when offering sacrifices and fasting.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

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8096A Finely Carved Rhinoceros Horn ‘Lotus’ Libation Cup*17th/18th CenturyIn the form of a furled lotus leaf supported by a rib-bon-tied cluster of high-relief lotus flowers, along with lotus leaves, seed pods, lychee fruits and branches all issuing from long thin reticulated stalks tapering to a point, the interior left undecorated, with a highly pol-ished surface displaying a rich honey tone, accompanied by a reticulated lotus theme hardwood stand.Height: 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm); Weight: 219 grams

Provenance: From a private Southern California collection. Inherited by descent and originally acquired circa 1970.

Note: One of the most popular decorative themes for rhinoceros horn cups is that of the lotus plant, and especially the lotus plant with its leaf and flowers carved as a group. It is important to note that the present cup shows the carv-er’s ability to effectively utilize the entire solid area of the horn by removing most of the material inside in order to carve a group of long delicate stems, including the sprig of lychee and water plants. The material removed would have most likely been used for medicinal purposes. The carving is further tied near the base with a narrow leaf to give strength to the delicate openwork design. A ‘lotus’ cup with the same form portrayed on the present lot, is from the Arthur M. Sackler collection and is illustrated in Thomas Fok, Connoisseurship of Rhinoceros Horn Carvings in China, 1999, p. 141, no. 92. Another similar cup with the same subject matter, dated to the 17th century, but without the lychee fruits to the exterior, and from the Edward and Franklin Chow collection, was sold at Sotheby’s Hong Kong, April 8, 2011, lot 2703.

Estimate: $40,000 / 60,000

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8100A Small Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Green TaraSeated in lalitasana on a lotus base with her hands in varada and vitarkamudras, clad in a short dhoti with the folds arranged neatly on the base, her face with downcast eyes below gently arching brows surmounted by a festooned tiara, flanked by blossoming lotuses at the shoulders.Height: 2 3/8 inches (6 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8101A Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze MaitreyaCirca 17th CenturyVery finely cast seated in rajalilasana over a double-lotus cushion and beaded base, flanked by lotuses at the shoulders while bearing his waterpot attribute, wearing a foliated crown topped by a stupa, his locks arranged in a tall chignon topped by a lotus bud and heightened by traces of blue pigment, his earrings with inlaid beads.Height: 6 3/8 inches (16.2 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8102A Sino-Tibetan Gilt-Bronze Figure of SrideviQing DynastyThe Goddess shown seated in lalitasana on the back of a mule while holding a kepala in her left hand, her right hand raised, the crescent shaped base simulating a sea of blood within a border of stylized mountains, flanked by two atten-dants, heightened by red pigment.Height: 5 5/8 inches (14.3 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

Religious Art, Featuring Property from a Private East Bay Collector

8103A Gilt Silver Figure of Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi Nepal, 19th/20th CenturyDepicting the four-faced, multi-armed figure striding in alidhasana over two prostrated figures while in yabyum with his consort Vajravarahi, adorned with skull garlands, a flayed tiger, long windswept sashes, and removable skull tiaras, each hand holding a unique attribute, further embellished with inlaid sapphire, turquoise, coral and carnelian beads, all backed by two flam-ing aureolas.Height: 8 1/2 inches (21.5 cm)

Estimate: $6000 / 8000

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8104A Fine Silver Pancharaksha Kalachakra MandalaNepal, 19th CenturyMasterfully worked in silver and parcel gilt silver filigree to depict a central deity image, surrounded by eight pro-tector gods and goddesses, the central mandala section again forming a cover to reveal a larger image of Chakrasamvara, all against a ground of silver filigree scrollwork; the copper base sealed to the reverse with a finely incised visvavajra.Diameter: 17 1/4 inches (43.8 cm)

Note: This type of mandala displays a combination of Buddhist and regional Katmandu Valley iconographies.

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8105A Tibetan Ceremonial Bell Qing DynastyThe ghanta with corresponding gilt bronze handle depicting a face surmounted by a half-vajra finial, the separately cast bell decorated with a vajra border, the dome molded with pendent garlands and sacred sylla-bles in lotus petals; together with two strands of metal beads with circular coral and turquoise inlay.Length: 6 3/4 inches (17.2 cm)


8106A Sino-Tibetan Ceremonial Skull CupThe half cranium with its interior lined with brass, the exterior displaying natural sutures.Length: 7 inches (17.7 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8107Two Silver-Mounted Conch ShellsQing DynastyThe larger shell embellished with a wide silver mount worked in relief to depict auspicious symbols and scroll-ing foliage, along with coral and turquoise inlay, the unmounted portion carved in relief to depict the Buddhist deities Paramasukha-Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi; together with a small silver-mounted conch shell of similar decoration.Largest: 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8108A Gilt Metal Mounted Ritual Conch Shell19th CenturyThe shell embellished with a wide white metal and cop-per handle and a silver mouth piece, the handle chased with details of four-clawed dragons amongst scrolling foliage, the incised shell further decorated with an added inlaid coral and turquoise roundel.Length: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Note: The conch shell in Tibetan Buddhist art symbolizes the far-reaching sound of the Buddha’s sacred teaching, which spreads in all directions like the sound of the conch trumpet.

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

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8110A Bronze Statue of Vairocana17th/18th CenturyModeled seated in dhyanasana with hands held in dharmachakra mudra, the gesture of teaching, while holding the stems of two lotus blossoms, wearing an ornate headdress and beaded jewelry, raised on a double lotus base, with a fitted wood stand.Height: 6 inches (15.2 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from Christie’s, London, Nov 11, 2011, lot 1404.

Estimate: $2500 / 3500

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8109A Buddhist Sutra and CoverWith rectangular wood covers, the sutra pages inscribed in Sanskrit, accompanied by a leather strap.Length: 15 3/8 inches (39 cm)


8111A Large Gilt-Bronze Model of MaitreyaQing DynastySeated in dhyanasana with hands in vitarka mudra wearing a deli-cately stippled floral dhoti incised with foliate hems, intricately beaded jewelry inset with hardstones, his hands holding the stems of lotuses at each shoulder, his face in a placid expression with lidded eyes and sloping brows centered by an urna flanked by foliate gem-set earrings and surmounted by a five-leaf diadem, hair arranged in a chignon topped by a gilt stupa, the base unsealed.Height: 15 5/8 inches (39.7 cm)

Estimate: $30,000 / 40,000

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8112A Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of Sitapatra20th CenturyThe goddess shown seated in vajrasattva on an ovoid lotus platform, dressed in flowing robes with billowing sashes, wearing a teired tiara.Height: 5 inches (12.7 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from Bonhams & Butterfields, San Francisco, March 16, 2010, lot 8366.

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8113A Large Gilt Metal Figure of BuddhaThailand, Possibly 15th/16th CenturySeated in dhyanasana on a tripod lotus base with his hands in bhumisparsamudra, dressed in a pleated diaphanous sanghati elegantly draped over the left shoulder, face with full lips, gen-tly curving nose, and downcast eyes flanked by elongated ear-lobes, his hair arranged in tight curls over the usnisa.Height: 20 3/4 inches (52.7 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8114A Khmer Sandstone TorsoAngkor Period, 11th/12th CenturyCarved in the round, showing the shoulder, chest and abdo-men of a male figure, on a block mount.Height: 10 1/4 inches (26 cm)

Provenance: From the estate of a pioneering San Francisco family.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8115A Stone Head of Guanyin 15th CenturyCarved with arched eyebrows above narrow slit eyes, pouting lips and elongated earlobes, the wavy headdress placed in front of a tall incised chignon.Height: 11 inches (28 cm)

Provenance: From a North Bay estate. Inherited by descent from an American ship captain who acquired his collection during the late 19th Century in China.

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8116A Sandstone Buddhist FigureMing DynastyThe well proportioned stone figure, Avalokitseshvara, depict-ed standing upon a double-lotus base, eloquently carved in a flowing series of sashes and scarves, the right leg arranged naturally in a slight bend with the body portrayed in a grace-ful forwarding motion.Height: 19 1/2 inches (49.5 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8117A Limestone Standing GuanyinLate Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 16th/17th CenturyCarved standing on a lotus base, with the right arm raised and the left arm pendent holding a heart-shaped attribute, serene facial expression with downcast eyes and a gentle smile, wearing a tiara and long beaded necklaces over the shoulders joined by a flower below the waist, the robe opening to reveal a smaller necklace.Height: 29 inches (73.6 cm)


Estimate: $20,000 / 30,000

8119A Group of Seven Thai Bronze Buddha Heads18th/19th CenturyOf various sizes and styles, with three painted in gilt and four without, each mounted to a wood stand.Tallest: 8 1/2 inches (21.5 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8120Two Thai Sandstone Buddha Heads18th CenturyEach carved with a serene facial expres-sion, accompanied by wood stands.Tallest: 9 1/2 inches (24 cm)

Estimate: $900 / 1300

8118Two Thai Bronze HandsComprising one right hand and one gilt-painted left hand, both mounted to a wood stand.Longest: 8 inches (20.4 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8123A Bronze Figure of ZhenwuMing DynastyThe Daoist deity dressed in an imperial robe fronted with a dragon medallion, opening to reveal the armor across his chest as he sits on a replace-ment base.Height: 11 1/4 inches (28.1 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8124A Bronze Female Figure17th CenturyModeled as a young female courtesan wearing a flowing robe and holding a covered container.Height: 9 1/4 inches (23.5 cm)


Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8125A Cast Iron Model of Guanyin and ChildQing DynastyThe deity shown seated with a child resting on her raised right knee, wearing long billowing robes and beaded jewelry, the small smiling child holding a chop in his left hand with his other hand raised.Height: 16 inches (40.6 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8126A Small Silver Inlaid Bronze Figure of Guanyin18th CenturyStanding barefoot, wearing a typical cowl and loose-fitting robes with her hair drawn back in a tight chignon, her garments inlaid with silver wire.Height: 4 3/4 inches (12 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

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8127A Copper Tripod CenserLate Qing DynastyThe tripod censer cast with upright strap handles and cabriole legs.Height: 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)

Provenance: Acquired in Beijing in the early 20th century.


8128A Silver Inlaid Bronze Tripod Censer18th CenturyOf tripod form with twin upright handles, decorated with alternating inlaid panels of stylized bamboo sprays issuing from rocks, a geometric design Shishou mark to the base, with wood stand and cover.Height: 4 1/4 inches (10.8 cm)

Provenance: Acquired in China in 1925 by the father of the current owner.

Note: For a nearly identical example, please see Christie’s, South Kensington, lot 161, sold on November 6, 2009.

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8129A Bronze Censer18th CenturyOf bombé form with twin loop handles and spreading foot, the base bearing a six-character Xuande mark.Diameter: 6 inches (15.3 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8130A Small Bronze Censer Qing DynastyOf bombé form flanked by twin mask and tongue handles, bearing a six-character Xuande mark on the base, wood stand.Diameter: 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8131A Patinated Bronze Jardiniere Xuande Mark, 19th CenturyThe compressed bulbous form vessel cast with several bands of archaistic bronze patterns including a pair of taotie masks, the slightly spreading foot with a recessed base bearing a four-character Xuande mark in seal script.Height: 6 7/8 inches (17.5 cm)

Provenance: Formerly in the Mr. & Mrs. Roy Okerstrom Collection of San Rafael, dating back to 1964.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8132A Bronze Globular CenserOf compressed form with tapering twin loop handles to the sides, raised on a low circular foot, ‘Jia cang zen bao’ mark within a square to the base.Diameter: 7 3/4 inches (19.7 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8133A Bronze Tripod CenserOf compressed form, supported on three short waisted feet, the neck cast with a recessed band, all below a lipped rim, with a ‘Yongcun zhenwan’ mark cast in the center of the base.Diameter: 5 1/4 inches (13.3 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

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8134A Large Bronze Tripod CenserOf compressed globular form supported on three cabriole legs with a pair of upright ‘S’-shape handles to the sides, the base displaying the mark ‘Yutang Qingwan’.Width: 9 1/4 inches (23.5 cm)

Provenance: From a Los Angeles collector. Acquired in Hong Kong during the 1970s.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8135A Small Bronze Tripod CenserOf compressed form supported by three short tapering feet, the sides with two upright loop handles above the slightly waisted neck, the underside with a raised six-character Xuande mark within a rectangular panel encircled by two dragons.Diameter: 5 inches (12.7 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8136An Exceptional and Rare Gilt-Bronze Archaistic Ritual BellQianlong PeriodHeavily cast into a barrel form, suspending from an openwork handle with swirling clouds, above a reserve of two phoenixes and two cranes, the body exquisitely cast in high relief around the midsection, with two five-clawed dragons striding amidst cloud scrolls and waves clutching a ‘flaming pearl’, divided on either side by rectangular panels, below a band with a phoe-nix and a dragon turtle amidst clouds scrolls.Height: 10 1/4 inches (26 cm)


Note: This bell is exceptionally rare and unusual for its decorative scheme. Only two other closely related examples appear to be known, one sold at Christie’s London, March 29th, 1966, lot 171, and one recently sold at Sotheby’s Paris, June 9th, 2010, lot 43. Bells of this type were known as bianzhong and were usually assembled in graduated sets of sixteen, providing twelve musical tones with the four repeated notes in lower or higher octaves. They were also suspended in two tiers of eight attached to tall wooden frames, as depicted in a Court painting by Guiseppe Castiglione entitled, ‘Imperial Banquet in Wanshu Garden’, illustrated by Chuimei Ho and Bennet Bronson, Splendors of China’s Forbidden City, The Field Museum, Chicago, p. 52, pl. 42. The bells were arranged in accordance to their thickness and their respective musical note was determine; a set is illustrated in Life in the Forbidden City of Qing Dynasty, The Forbidden City Publishing House, 2007, p. 50, no. 50 (see fig. 1). When struck, the present bell resonnates a musical note of A. Bells of this type were known as bianzhong and were essential in conducting Confucian ritual ceremonies at the Imperial altars, for-mal banquets and during military processions. It has been noted that in 1741, Qianlong set up a Music Division for court music and the specified melodies of his choice for the various court func-tions prevailed into the early 20th century, op. cit., The Field Museum, p.52.

Estimate: $20,000 / 30,000

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8137A Cloisonné-Enameled Tripod Censer Late Qing DynastyWith twin rope handles, decorated in colorful enamels with three winged mon-sters and scrolling lotuses against a turquoise ground, the base with a two-char-acter mark.Diameter: 5 1/2 inches (14 cm)

Estimate: $1800 / 2500

8138A Quatrefoil Cloisonné-Enameled CenserLate Qing DynastyDecorated in colorful enamels with two cartouches containing blossoming peo-nies amongst scrolling clouds to a white ground, further reserved against a tur-quoise ground with scrolling lotus flowers, flanked by a pair of tapering cylindri-cal handles, supported on four cylindrical feet.Width: 6 5/8 inches (16.6 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8139A Cloisonné-Enameled Censer18th/19th CenturyOf compressed globular shape, decorated to the exterior with two stylized lotus blossoms surrounded by scrolling flowers, reserved on a turquoise ground below a band of ruyi-heads, flanked on either side with a large gilt-bronze ele-phant-head handle, supported by a slightly spreading foot, the recessed base with the mark ‘Bao Ding’.Width: 7 1/2 inches (19 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8140A Cloisonné-Enameled Ruyi Scepter Late Qing DynastyDecorated in colored enamels with scrolling flower motifs and the eight Buddhist symbols to a turquoise ground, the terminals and central panel with cloisonné-enameled panels depicting bats, peaches and ‘Shou’ character amongst scrolling clouds, the sides with key fret bands painted in gilt, the underside with a continuos band of scrolling lotuses and bearing a four-character Xuande reign mark.Length: 20 inches (50.8 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8141A Pair of Cloisonné-Enameled Turquoise-Ground Double Gourd VasesQianlong MarksThe compressed bulbous forms finely decorated with stylized lotus scrolls entwining with bats in flight against a lush turquoise ground, further decorated with ruyi head and lappet bands, the flat mouth and foot rims encircled by a blue key fret pattern, each displaying the four-character mark on a recessed base fur-ther surrounded by lotus scrolls.Height: 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Estimate: $12,000 / 18,000

8142A Cloisonné-Enameled Double Gourd Vase and CoverQianlong Mark, 18th/19th CenturyApplied to each side with the gilt metal characters ‘Da Ji’ on a diaper ground, decorated in colored enamels with flowers, fruits, bats, and Buddhist symbols all to a light turquoise ground, a gilt-painted ribbon tied around the midsection with two ends flanking and draping the vessel, bat-form cover, the base with a four-character Qianlong mark.Height: 12 inches (30.5 cm)

Estimate: $15,000 / 20,000

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8143A Cloisonné-Enameled Jar and Cover19th CenturyOf elongated ovoid form, rounded walls decorat-ed with blooming magnolia, prunus and hibiscus trees issuing from colorful garden rocks, spiral patterned white ground, the domed cover designed en suite, with turquoise enameled inte-rior and base.Height: 11 1/4 inches (28.6 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from a private San Francisco collection. Reputedly purchased in 1890 from a London auction house by an army officer as a gift to his son.[Minor abrasions, small cracks and chips to interior of cover]

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8144A Large Cloisonné-Enameled Circular BoxLate Qing DynastyThe domed lid decorated with bats and blossom-ing peach branches supporting large clusters of fruit against a vibrant yellow ground, the overall design extending to the lower section, the interi-or enameled turquoise.Diameter: 16 1/4 inches (41.3 cm)Note: This type of box was typically given as a gift during a birthday celebration as a wish for good health and longevity.

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8145A Pair of Cloisonné-Enameled CranesLate Qing DynastyEach finely designed and executed with its head raised and angled, feathers of naturalistic coloring in white and gray enamels, both shown standing with their legs apart and attached to carved hardwood stands.Overall Height: 29 1/2 inches (75 cm)

Estimate: $10,000 / 15,000

8146A Canton Enamel-Painted Covered JarQianlong Mark and PeriodOf a short baluster shape and spreading foot, the exterior decorated with a continuous meander of double gourd vines, all within ruyi-head and archaistic bands, the base displaying the four-character seal mark.Height: 7 1/4 inches (18.4 cm)

Provenance: From a Dutch family collection.

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8147A Canton Enamel-Painted Wine PotQianlong Mark and PeriodOf quatrefoil form, painted to the sides with three scenes of scholars seated in a garden with vignettes of roses and orchids growing amidst rocks, all against a pink diaper ground, decorative bands on the tall arched handle, a flower-head finial topping the domed cover, raised on four bracket supports.Height: 7 inches (17.8 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8148A Canton Enamel-Painted Wine PotQianlong PeriodOf quatrefoil form, painted to the sides depicting three scenes of Europeans in a landscape with front-facing vignettes of peony blossoms, all reserved on a yellow diaper ground, blue foliate scrolls on the spout, decorative bands on the tall arched handle, a flower-head finial topping the domed cover, raised on four bracket supports.Height: 7 inches (17.8 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8149Four Canton Enamel-Painted Vessels18th/19th CenturyThe first a deep quatrefoil bowl with its exterior painted with four panels depicting landscapes and figures, all reserved on a yellow ground with scrolling flowers beneath a key fret band, the base with a six-character Qianlong mark; the second a dish painted to the interior with a scene of figures in a garden below a band at the rim, the exterior with three blue dragons and scrolling flowers against a yellow ground, the base with a blue phoenix; the last two a pair of bowls with identical design, their exterior painted to show scholars and their attendants in a gar-den, the interior with flowers and peaches.Diameter: 8 1/4 inches (21 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8150A Chinese Silver Bowl19th CenturyDepicting figures in tree-strewn landscapes within bands of lotus flowers on a diaper patterned ground, the base and interior with a stylized auspicious character.Diameter: 4 7/8 inches (12.3 cm); Total Silver Weight: 19.47 troy oz.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8151A Chinese Export Silver Julep CupRepublic PeriodChased in relief with a landscape scene of lions and hunters in combat, the upper regis-ter incised with the date in Chinese corre-sponding to 1913-1914, with a mark reading ‘De Cheng Lou’ to the base.Height: 4 1/4 inches (10.8 cm); Total Silver Weight: 4.66 troy oz


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8152A Chinese Export Silver TankardCirca 1900Of tapering cylindrical shape with a sinuous dragon handle, deco-rated in relief with figures set in a continuous garden scene below an ovoid cartouche left blank, the base marked ‘HC’.Height: 4 1/2 inches (11.4 cm); Total Silver Weight: 9.32 troy oz

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8153A Set of Three Silver Star GodsEach hollow figure of sheet silver affixed to a carved wood base, the largest depicting the God of Prosperity holding a ruyi scepter inscribed on the base ‘Huan Liu Yuanji zao (‘made by Liu Yuanji of Huan’), wearing a chased dragon robe and a detachable gilt head-dress; the second depicting the God of Longevity holding a drag-on staff and peach, his robe chased with crane medallions and flo-ral diaper patterns; the third the God of Happiness, holding a child who waves the banner of the Three Gods, the sage’s robe chased with floral roundels and leafy tendrils, the child and detachable headdress gilt; the latter two inscribed ‘Liu Yuanji”, the first two figures stamped ‘pure silver’.Height: 13 inches (33.1 cm)

Estimate: $5000 / 7000

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8154A Yixing Teapot with Molded DecorationThe spherical body with various types of seeds including lotus, peanut, gourd, bean, and with three seeds as feet, the spout in the form of a red chili pepper and the handle in the form of a water cal-trop, the lid in the form of an upside down mush-room.Length: 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8155A Fine Yixing TeapotOf somewhat pear shape, the pot with a curing spout and a drooping handle, lid of slightly curved form topped with a ball-shaped finial, gilding to the rims of the spout, lid, body and finial, the base inscribed.Length: 4 1/4 inches (10.8 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8156An Inscribed Yixing Container The compressed cylindrical vessel with a molded chilong dragon and a lengthy Chinese inscription in clerical script, the recessed base displaying the mark ‘Yi Hua Xuan’.Diameter: 7 1/4 inches (18.4 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8157An Inscribed Yixing ContainerThe compressed globular vessel inscribed with a poem in clerical script, the recessed base displaying a four-charac-ter seal mark.Diameter: 5 5/8 inches (14.2 cm)


8158A Group of Three Lac-Burgaute Vessels17th CenturyIncluding a pair of rounded hexagonal dishes with a floral motif and a foliate form covered box with five bats and auspicious characters.Widest: 6 inches (15.2 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8159A Rare Black and Red Lacquer Rectangular TrayMing Dynasty, 16th CenturyWell-carved through the black lacquer to the red ground, with figures set in a pavilion garden setting with rockwork and pine tress, all enclosed within a border containing sprays of peony blossoms and leaves rising up the sides and repeated to the exte-rior.Width: 14 7/8 inches (37.8 cm)Note: It is rare to find this combination of black lacquer on a red ground. The overwhelming majority of cinnabar lac-quer pieces from the Ming dynasty are entirely red in color.

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8160A Carved Circular Cinnabar Lacquer Box and Cover19th CenturyOf domed circular form, carved in high relief to the roundels of either end with two scholarly gentlemen and assistants amongst rockwork, cloud scrolls and overhanging pine, the sides with panels of flowering prunus, millet and peony, further surrounded by scrolling lotus blossoms, the interior lacquered black.Diameter: 7 3/8 inches (18.7 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8161A Lobed Cinnabar Lacquer DishLate Qing DynastyThe shallow well carved to the floor with three fig-ures in a garden scene of lush trees, buildings and lakes, continuos floriform border to both sides rising to a lotus-form rim, both the rim and foot mounted with metal bands, the base with a diaper ground.Diameter: 8 1/8 inches (20.6 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8162A Cinnabar Lacquer Baluster VaseLate Qing DynastyCarved with figures in tree-strewn landscapes within bands of lotus flowers on a diaper pattern ground, the neck carved with peony and lotus blossoms enclosed within cartouches, the rim decorated with a band of ruyi heads.Height: 14 1/4 inches (36.2 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8163A Pair of Carved Cinnabar Lacquer VasesLate Qing DynastyEach of slightly flattened baluster form, carved to the body with scholars and attendants amongst a moun-tainous landscape, the neck with floral scrolls.Height: 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8164A Cinnabar Lacquer Vase19th CenturyOf baluster form, the exterior carved with figures in tree-filled landscapes between bands of lotus flowers against a diaper pattern ground, carved wood stand.Height: 14 inches (35.5 cm)Provenance: From a North Bay estate. Inherited by descent from an American ship captain who acquired his collection during the late 19th Century in China.

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8165A Gilt-Painted and Lacquered Circular Covered BoxLate Qing/Early RepublicPainted with numerous auspicious medallions amongst scrolling floral tendrils on a black-lacquered ground, the sides displaying cartouches containing additional medallions on a red-lacquered basket weave ground, the rims decorated in gilt with a key-fret pattern bor-der, the interior with a two-character inscription reading ‘Chen Zai’.Diameter: 12 1/2 inches (31.8 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8166A Carved Mother-of-Pearl Shell19th CenturyDepicting four sail boats upon crashing waves with a rocky shore lingering in the background.Width: 9 3/4 inches (24.7 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8167A Chinese Export Sandalwood Card Case19th CenturyCarved in high inlay relief with figures and buildings in garden landscape, with foliated edges.Height: 4 1/4 inches (10.8 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8168Two Chinese Export Sandalwood Card Cases19th CenturyBoth of rectangular shape, each carved in relief with continu-ous tiered scenes of figures amongst pine and bamboo trees against pavilions.Tallest: 4 1/4 inches (10.8 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8169Two Chinese Export Sandalwood Card Cases19th CenturyOf rectangular shape, each carved in relief with continuous tiered scenes of figures amongst pine and bamboo trees before pavilions.Tallest: 4 1/2 inches (11.4 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8170A Carved Bamboo Brush PotOf octagonal section, the exterior carved in low relief to depict a scholar at leisure near a lakeside and mountainous setting, inscribed to one side with three characters and one seal, fitted zitan rim, the base raised on four supports.Height: 6 3/8 inches (16.2 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8171A Bamboo Libation CupThe elegantly proportioned, tapering body carved around the midsection with a band of archaistic dragon scrolls, the interior rim with a narrow band, one end depicting four sinuous chilong forming the handle and peering over the rim, the front with three additional chilong.Height: 4 1/2 inches (11.4 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8172A Molded Gourd VaseLate Qing/Early Republic Constructed from a two-piece mold, the vase of globular form rising a long slightly flaring neck, mold-ed with leafy tendrils throughout and two opposing chilong dragons chasing a pearl on the lower regis-ter, fitted with a hardwood mouth rim.Height: 13 7/8 inches (35.2 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

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8173A Boxwood Figure of GuanyinShown seated in ‘royal ease’ on a rockwork base with a book resting on an outcropping to her side, her right hand resting on her knee while holding a scroll in her left hand, wearing elegantly draped robes, her face modeled with a gentle, contemplative expression, her hair pulled up into a topknot secured by a foliate diadem and hairpin.Height: 5 3/4 inches (14.1 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8174A Boxwood Ruyi Scepter Qing DynastyThe rich dark brown wood carved in relief with foli-age and flowers encircling the handle and terminal.Length: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8175A Boxwood Ruyi ScepterQing DynastyThe pierced body with a large lingzhi head, of two-piece construction consisting of a hardwood top and a boxwood base, the curving stem with three chilong and smaller lingzhi, wood of a rich honey-brown hue.Length: 19 inches (48.2 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8176A Carved Zitan Figure of ManjusriSeated on a rocky base next to a lion, the Manjusri shown wearing long robes and holding a ruyi scep-ter.Height: 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8177A Small Rectangular Zitan Stand19th CenturyThe two-panel top set within a border of rounded corners, all supported on beaded legs of square sec-tion terminating in scroll-form hoof feet.4 1/4 x 13 x 6 1/2 inches (10.8 x 33 x 16.5 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8178A Carved Zitan Table Screen and StandThe screen carved to one side with children and rams in a garden amongst pine and rockwork, enclosed by a plain border, the stand with a relief panel of opposing chilong above meandering foliage, pierced sides with additional chilong scrolls.Height: 10 1/2 inches (26.7 cm)

Estimate: $900 / 1300

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8179An Octagonal Form Zitan Brush PotWaisted upon eight bracket supports with a recessed mouth rim, the concave side panels and tiered base pieced together to form the container.Height: 5 1/2 inches (14 cm)


8180A Jade and Hardwood BoxConstructed with three trays set beneath a cover in a carrying stand with transverse handle, mount-ed with rectangular green jade plaques to the cover, two trays and the handle, similarly designed reticulated jade spandrels to either side of the handle.8 x 10 1/4 x 6 1/8 inches (20 x 26 x 15.5 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8181A Huanghuali Storage Chest18th/19th CenturyOf rectangular form with a hinged top locking over a pair of doors, framing finely figured panels complementing the domed lid and opening to reveal figure short drawers fronted with burl pan-els, the framed members providing an elegant con-trast to the well figured panels, set into a framed base, all mounted with metal fittings.12 1/2 x 12 x 1/2 x 8 7/8 inches (31.7 x 31.7 x 22.5 cm)

Estimate: $15,000 / 20,000

8182A Huanghuali Scale Case and ScaleQing DynastyOf elongated tapered form resembling a folded fan with a rivet toward the base, the interior fitted with a brass scale, the richly grained wood of dark brown hue.Length: 13 1/8 inches (33.3 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8183A Carved Huanghuali Root WoodIn the form of a gnarled prunus tree trunk with two birds perched upon it, the lower section of the trunk encasing a pebble.Height: 13 1/8 inches (33.3 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8184A Carved Huanghuali Root Wood GroupDepicting the Daoist immortal, Liu Hai, within a lotus pond setting while teasing a the three-legged toad.Length: 25 1/2 inches (64.7 cm)

Estimate: $2500 / 3500

8185A Rare Large Aloeswood Brush Pot18th CenturyCarved and pierced around the body with a continuos scene of figures surrounded by pine trees, rocky forma-tions, and architecture, all set in front of a mountainous landscape, of natural undulating form, the wood of a dark-ish brown tone.Height: 5 5/8 inches (14.3 cm)

Note: Aloeswood is a highly valued type of wood that is typically only found in small segments of usable material, which were tradi-tionally pieced together to make small scholar’s objects. The honey-like fragrance of this wood, reputedly the result of honey ants nesting in the dead wood, also made it valuable in the manufacture of incense. Aloeswood brush pots seem to have been a specialty of the Qing imperial court, and the present example is very similar in execution to examples found in the Beijing Palace Museum, illustrated in The Complete Collection of the Palace Museum - 44 - Bamboo, Wood, Ivory and Rhinoceros Horn Carvings, Hong Kong, 2002, p. 21, no. 20; p. 22, no. 21; and p. 52, no. 49.

Estimate: $6000 / 8000

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8186An Aloeswood Libation Cup with Zitan Stand17th/18th CenturyCarved and pierced as an open prunus blossom with further blossoms and buds surrounding the exterior, all borne from a branch forming the openwork handle to one end, with a fitted zitan stand carved as a rocky platform with lingzhi fungus issu-ing from it.Width: 4 3/4 inches (12 cm); Overall Height: 4 3/4 inches (12 cm)


Estimate: $8000 / 12,000

8187A Yellowish-Brown Soapstone ‘Lion’ SealOf square form, surmounted with a lion group depicting two small cubs crawling and playing upon their mother’s back, the seal face carved in yin form with ‘wen zhan you shen an you dao,’ and with inscriptions to each side.Height: 3 3/8 inches (8.6 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8188A Gray Soapstone SealOf square form carved to the top with a pair of beasts in opposition, each side with inscriptions, the seal face carved in yin form with ‘kai juan you yi’.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)

Published: ‘Ming Qing GeJia Xianzhang Yuan Yin Jingpin’ (Fine Original Casual Seals from Ming and Qing Dynasties), Miao Bin, Lantian Publish House, p. 27.

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8189A Soapstone ‘Lion’ SealThe rectangular seal topped by a standing lion with a raised tail curling upon its back while frolicking with a ball and billowing ribbon, the seal face carved in yang form reading ‘mei hua zuo ban,’ one side with an inscription.Height: 3 7/8 inches (9.58 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8190A Carved Soapstone SealOf oval profile, carved to the top with a pair of chi-long figures encircling one another with out-stretched legs and long curling tails, the seal face reading ‘yi shi wei fo shi’ in yang form, one side with an inscription.Height: 2 5/8 inches (6.6 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8191A Soapstone SealThe orange stone of square form, surmounted with a playful lion holding a small ball between its hind legs, the seal face carved in yin form with four char-acters reading ‘cong wu suo hao,’ one side incised ‘Qingqing daren jun hui Huang Shiling xue juan’.Height: 2 1/8 inches (5.4 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8192A Carved Soapstone ‘Quail’ SealCarved to the top with three small quails seeking shelter beneath two large banana leaves of incised details, all atop an oval plinth with an inscription to one side, the seal face reading ‘xin you ling xi yi dian tong’ in yin form.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8193A Rectangular Soapstone SealWell carved with two contorted dragons in pursuit of a pearl atop a rectangular plinth, the seal face carved in yin form with ‘Jing zhe shou an de sheng’ and incised to one side with ‘Jichou mengdong Chusheng zhishi’Height: 2 inches (5.1 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8194A Soapstone ‘Lotus Pond’ SealThe square form finely carved with a pair of goldfish with-in a lotus pond of curling waves and large folding lotus leaves, the fish scales well defined with incised lines, with an inscription to one side, the seal face carved in yin form.Height: 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

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Fine Porcelains and Works of Art from the Reynold Tom CollectionLots 8195-8206

About the Collection

The first offering of the Reynold Tom collection at Michaan’s Auctions took place in December of 2011 and proved to be a great success. A substantial contributing factor to this success is due to the many fine porcelain plaques which all sold for numerous times over their high estimates. Many desir-able pieces from the Tom collection, including fine porcelain plaques, are being offered yet again, whose quality is sure to please the most discriminating of buyers and collectors.

Born in Oakland, Reynold Tom is of Chinese descent and has always had a love affair with Chinese art. Collecting pieces from auction hous-es throughout the 1970s, his passion and appreciation of Asian artistry continued until his passing. His import and wholesale business often found him in China and Hong Kong, which aided in his hobby leading to a truly personal and unique collection. It includes, but is not limited to, many decorative objects such as fine carvings, scrolls, furniture, porcelains, figu-rines and books.

A combination of a true labor of love and a life long passion have resulted in a wonderful collection based on artistry and craftsmanship. With a keen eye for quality and the exquisite, Mr. Tom has left behind works of art worthy of genuine appreciation.

The majority of the porcelain plaques being offered in this sale can be attributed to the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic Period, both of which were significant in the development of the porcelain plaque industry. Mr. Tom appears to have selected pieces with expert precision. All the porcelains were accumu-lated from a 1974 Sotheby’s Hong Kong sale, with only the finest late Qing Dynasty pieces being personally selected by Mr. Tom. Highlighting the collection are two framed circular plaques offered as lot 8205. The pieces were painted by Cheng Men, who was a master at creating painted porcelain plaques for the Impe-rial Factory in Jingdezheng. The two plaques each depict an idyllic landscape in the Qiangjing style. The scenes allude to the highly sought-after tradition of landscape paintings developed during the Yuan Dynas-ty (13th-14th Century). Lots 8201-8204 also feature porce-lain plaques attributed to Cheng Men’s contemporaries. There is no doubt that Cheng Men and his contempo-raries were the visionary pioneers of painted porce-lain plaques. Their substantial influence inspired several generations of artisans who specialize in the genre of painting fine porcelains.

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8195A Large Famille Rose-Enameled ChargerYongzheng Mark, 19th CenturyThe low rounded sides rising from a shallow foot ring to a flared rim with a gently rounded edge, finely enameled in shades of pink, green, brown, yellow, white, black and iron-red, the exterior displaying three peaches issuing from flow-ering branches beside two bats, the design continuing over the rim to the interior further decorated with five peaches and three bats, a mark to the base.Diameter: 21 inches (53.3 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, November 4, 1974, Lot 94.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8196A Porcelain PlaqueLate Qing DynastyPainted in bright enamels with the warriors ‘Han’ and ‘Ha’ engaged in battle prior to joining forces, both with upraised swords amidst colorful billowing banners, one with breath pouring from his nose, the other from his mouth, a bat flying above, framed.15 x 9 1/2 inches (38 x 24 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8199

8197A Porcelain PlaqueRepublic PeriodOf handscroll form, painted in delicate famille-rose enamels to depict a bearded gentleman and a young boy in a garden of bam-boo and rockwork, with an inscription and two seals, framed.7 1/4 x 14 inches (18.4 x 35.5 cm)Provenance: Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, November 4, 1974, Lot 350.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8198A Porcelain PlaqueRepublic PeriodOf handscroll form, painted in delicate famille-rose enamels to depict a female figure caring for two young boys in an interior setting, with inscription and two seals, framed7 1/4 x 14 inches (18.4 x 35.5 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8199A Porcelain PlaqueRepublic PeriodOf handscroll form, painted in delicate famille-rose enamels to depict a female figure with a young boy in a lakeside pavilion, with inscrip-tion and two seals, framed.7 1/4 x 14 inches (18.4 x 35.5 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, November 4, 1974, lot 350.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8200A Rectangular Porcelain PlaqueLate Qing DynastyThe horizontal plaque depicting Shoulao beckoning his crane from the sky, his attendant shown holding the gnarled staff, all well painted in famille-rose enamel, framed.9 1/2 x 15 inches (24 x 38 cm)Provenance: Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, November 4, 1974, Lot 336.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8201A Rectangular Porcelain PlaqueLate Qing DynastyThe horizontal plaque depicting three robed men pondering and pointing at the long inscription in the sky, painted in delicate famille-rose tones, with one artist seal, framed.9 1/2 x 15 inches (24 x 38 cm)Provenance: Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, November 4, 1974, Lot 336.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8202A Vertical Porcelain PlaqueLate Qing DynastyPainted with two gentlemen indicating the way to a woman following behind them, the figures dressed in winter clothing and primarily painted in blue, black and red, the background with a fluttering orange banner, an inscription and art-ist’s seal to the upper left, framed.15 x 9 1/2 inches (38 x 24 cm)Provenance: Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, November 4, 1974, Lot 155.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8203A Rectangular Porcelain Plaque of FiguresDated ‘Gengzi’ year (1900), signed by Wang Youtang Painted in enamel to depict a bearded gentleman under a tree and with an attendant by his side, with an inscription dated to the summer of the year 1900 and an artist seal, framed.12 x 8 inches (30.5 x 20.3 cm) Provenance: Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, November 4, 1974, Lot 169.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

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8204

8204A Set of Two Circular Porcelain Plaques with FiguresLate Qing DynastyEach painted in enamel to depict a figures in a landscape, with inscription and a seal, framed.Diameter of Each: 10 1/2 inches (26.7 cm)


Estimate: $6000 / 8000

8205A Set of Two Circular Porcelain Plaques with LandscapeDated ‘Wuzi’ year (AD 1888), signed by Cheng Men (died before 1908)Each executed in the qianjiang manner to depict idyllic landscape scenes, with an inscription and a seal reading ‘Cheng’, framed.Diameter of Each: 10 3/4 inches (27.3 cm)


Estimate: $8000 / 12,000

8206Two Hardstone and Coral Embellished Wall Panels*20th CenturyThe first displaying cut roses in a vase next to a fruit tray; the sec-ond also with cut roses in a vase beside a tripod container holding a small coral branch; both framed and glazed.Each: 13 1/2 x 10 inches (34.3 x 25.4 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8211

8210

8210A Tang Straw-Glazed Pottery HorseTang DynastyStanding foursquare on a rectangular base, with head turned slightly to the side and mouth open, covered in a streaked straw and ochre-colored glaze.Height: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Note: The result of Oxford Authentication Ltd. thermoluminescence test no: C198z5 is consistent with the dating of this lot as Tang Dynasty. A copy of the paperwork is available upon request.

Estimate: $6000 / 8000

8211A Molded Celadon-Glazed ‘Lotus’ Bowl12th-14th CenturyThe rounded sides lightly molded on the exterior with a band of upturned lotus petals, covered overall in a gently crackled glaze of sea-green tone ending irregular-ly at the foot, the center of the base unglazed.Diameter: 6 7/8 inches (17.4 cm)

Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. This superb private collection was primarily acquired from Sotheby’s Hong Kong and New York during the 1970s and 80s.


8212A Large Longquan Celadon ‘Lotus Spray’ ChargerYuan/Early Ming DynastyMolded with blossoming flowers at the center, the incised well rising toward an everted rim, covered with a creamy olive-green celadon glaze with exception to an unglazed circle burnt orange during the firing.Diameter: 13 3/4 inches (35 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8213A Large Longquan Celadon ‘Dragon’ ChargerYuan/Early Ming DynastyMolded with a four-clawed dragon to the floor, the incised well rising toward an everted rim, covered with a creamy olive-green celadon glaze with exception to an unglazed circle burnt orange during the firing.Diameter: 14 1/8 inches (36 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8214A Longquan Celadon Foliated DishMing DynastyThickly potted with a foliate rim, the curving well incised with a peony flower reserve, surrounded by scrolling foliage drawn with foliate borders to encircle the walls and rim flange, all covered in a crazed glaze, the recessed base left unglazed.Diameter: 9 1/8 inches (23.2 cm)



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8215A Longquan Celadon Glazed DishMing DynastyThe thickly potted vessel with an incise-decorated well and a foliated mouth rim, all covered in an olive-green glaze except for base, with a fitted box.Diameter: 8 1/16 inches (20.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8216A Longquan Celadon VaseMing DynastyThe baluster body molded with a wide band of bam-boo and rockwork, below a band of flowers, the tall trumpet neck rising to a flaring mouth rim, covered in an olive-green crackled glaze.Height: 16 1/4 inches (41.2 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8217A Jian Ware ‘Hare’s Fur’ BowlSong DynastyThe deep rounded sides with gently inverted rim, covered inside and out with a lustrous black glaze finely streaked with russet ‘hare’s fur’ markings, thin-ning to russet at the rim and pooling in a line with thick droplets above the shallow foot ring exposing the coarse ware.Diameter: 5 1/8 inches (13 cm)


8218A Large Junyao BowlSong/Jin Dynasty, 11th-13th CenturyOf rounded conical form, covered inside and out with a crackled glaze of pale blue hue thinning to mushroom at the rim, purple splashes to the interior.Diameter: 7 3/4 inches (19.7 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8219A Junyao DishJin/Yuan Dynasty, 13th/14th CenturyWith shallow rounded sides rising from a tapered foot to the everted rim, covered overall with a bluish-turquoise glaze thinning to mushroom at the edge of the rim, and continuing over the foot ring to cover the base.Diameter: 7 7/8 inches (20 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8220

8220A Junyao Stem TrayYuan/Early Ming Dynasty, 14th/15th CenturyThe shallow and stoutly potted tray with a rounded exterior and rim, covered in a finely mottled reddish-purple glaze shading to reddish brown on the raised areas, the interior in tones of milky blue with streaks of white glaze.Diameter: 11 1/8 inches (28.2 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8221A Small Jun Ware DishYuan DynastyOf shallow form with gently curving rim, covered in a thick pale blue glaze, raised on an unglazed foot.Diameter: 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)

Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. This superb private col-lection was primarily acquired from Sotheby’s Hong Kong and New York during the 1970s and 80s.


8222A Large Blue and White ‘Kraak’ BowlWanli PeriodPainted to the interior with a roundel of antiqui-ties, surrounded by panels enclosing cartouches of peaches, additional antiquities and flowers, the mouth decorated with a floral band, the exterior with further floral decorations.Diameter: 8 1/2 inches (21.6 cm)

Provenance: Originally purchased from Dragon House, San Francisco, on September 4, 1995.


8223A Blue and White JarWanli Mark and PeriodOf bulbous form decorated with evenly spaced beaded ornaments of floral medallions, displayed hanging above a ring of sea horses swimming upon rolling waves, recessed base painted with the six-character mark, matching wood stand.Height: 9 1/4 inches (23.5 cm)

Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. This superb private col-lection was primarily acquired from Sotheby’s Hong Kong and New York during the 1970s and 80s.

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8224A Blue and White JardiniereTransitional PeriodThe bulbous body painted with two opposing four-clawed dragons both facing a flaming pearl amongst swirling clouds and flames.Diameter: 9 1/2 inches (24.1 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

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8225A Pair of Blue and White VasesKangxi Mark and PeriodEach of baluster form rising to a wide shoulder, painted around the body with white prunus blos-soms reserved on a vibrant blue ground, the base with a four-character Jiangxi mark.Height: 8 3/4 inches (22. 2 cm)

Provenance: From a private San Francisco collection formed during the 1970s to 1990s.

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8226A Blue and White Covered JarKangxi PeriodOf globular form with a short neck, painted to the body in blue with various medallions and the eight Daoist auspicious symbols against a white ground, the cover with three medallions.Height: 6 1/4 inches (15.9 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8227A Blue and White Mallet-Form VaseThe elegantly potted vase of high-shouldered form, with a single raised rib at the base of the slender, slightly waisted neck, the sides decorated in under-glaze-blue with five figures greeting each other next to plantains rising out of rockwork beneath swirling clouds, the neck wrapped with two bands of ruyi-heads, the base with a double-circle mark.Height: 11 1/4 inches (28.5 cm)

Provenance: From a Pacific Northwest collection that was primarily acquired during the 1970s.

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8228A Blue and White Stem TrayKangxi Mark and PeriodThe interior of the tray painted with birds, flowers and rocks, with a poetic inscription below a diaper ground border near the rim, the stem with two bands of scrolling flowers above a band of upturned plantain leaves.Diameter: 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm)



8229A Blue and White BowlKangxi Mark and PeriodPainted to the exterior with figures in an interior setting, the inte-rior depicting a boy frolicking within a garden, the rim with a band of diaper pattern and four reserves containing peaches, a six-char-acter Kangxi mark to the base.Diameter: 6 3/8 inches (16.2 cm)

Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, May 1989, lot 248.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8230A Blue and White Jardiniere Qianlong Mark and Period Of rectangular form. the exterior decorated with six dragons amongst scrolling flowers, each corner with an applied three-legged toad, sup-ported on four short feet, the base with the ‘Xuhua’ temple mark corresponding to the sev-enth year of the Qianlong reign (1743).Length: 9 3/4 inches (24.7 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8231A Blue and White Beaker VaseQing DynastyWith a raised middle section framed by raised rings of painted key-fret and whirl patterns, all between the upper flared and lower splayed sec-tions, each section painted with meandering foli-ated lotus scrolls.Height: 15 3/8 inches (34 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8232A Blue and White PlaqueQing DynastyThe heavily potted rectangular plaque painted in Ming-style underglaze-blue and white depicting fig-ures in a court yard.12 x 8 7/8 inches (30.5 x 22.5 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8233A Blue and White Double Gourd VaseLate Qing DynastyThe bulbous body painted with five blue four-clawed dragons amidst swirling clouds and flames, all above crashing waves, the base inscribed with a ‘Man Tang Fu Ji ‘ mark, matching wood stand.Height: 9 5/8 inches (24.5 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8234A Blue and White MoonflaskKangxi Mark, Republic PeriodRaised on a tall foot flanked by twin dragon handles, painted to each side of the flattened globular body with roundels of opposing dragons amongst flowers on a ground of scrolling lotuses, a four-character Kangxi mark to the base.Height: 10 5/8 inches (27 cm)



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8235Two Blanc-de-Chine Stem CupsBoth with a molded archaistic bronze motif to the exte-rior, with anhua decoration to the body displaying a drag-on and a phoenix in pursuit of a flaming pearl, and the character ‘Nei Fu’.Height: 3 1/2 inches (8.9 cm)


Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8236A Blanc-de-Chine Libation Cup18th CenturyMolded in high relief with a dragon emerging from the clouds and snarling at a tiger with an upright tail below a pine-tree, reversed by a crane gazing at a deer beside a prunus tree.Width: 3 7/8 inches (9.8 cm)



8237Two Blanc-de-Chine Libation CupsQing DynastyEach with a molded dragon facing a prunus tree to one side, reversed by a flying crane facing a pine tree to the other, both with a mark to the base.Width: 4 1/4 inches (10.8 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8238A Blanc-de-Chine Censer 17th/18th Century Modeled after an ancient bronze fangding, the rectangular body with a wide band of taotie masks reserved on a diaper ground, the vessel raised on tall stylized dragon legs and surmounted by a pair of bail handles rising from the everted rim.Height: 5 7/8 inches (22.5 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8239A Blanc-de-Chine Vase17th/18th CenturyOf tall tapering cylindrical body with high rounded shoul-ders, flaring mouth and with twin dragon-head handles to each side, covered in a thick white glaze.Height: 10 3/4 inches (27.3 cm)


Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8240Two Blanc-de-Chine Lidded Tripod CensersQing DynastyEach of compressed globular form with twin ele-phant handles supported on three molded paw-form feet, each issuing from monster masks, the exterior incised with a keyfret border design, the lid further incised with the auspicious saying ‘Ji Xiang Ru Yi’ and four pierced double-coins, covered in a creamy-toned white glaze.Width: 5 3/8 inches (13.6 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8241A Blanc-de-Chine Figure of GuanyinLate Qing/Early RepublicThe deity shown seated in ‘royal ease’ upon rock-work, wearing long robes and a high cowl, with a child standing to her left, all above lotuses and crashing waves, an impressed seal to the back.Height: 14 1/4 inches (36.2 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8242A Blanc-de-Chine Figure of SamantabhadraLate Qing/Early RepublicModeled seated in dhyanasana with eyes downcast in gentle contemplation, the right arm holding a scroll while the left hand holds a lotus flower branch, wearing a flowing garment exposing jewelry chains adorning the bare chest, seated on a double lotus base, all upon a harnessed standing elephant, with two impressed seals to the back.Height: 12 1/8 inches (30.7 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8243A Set of Two Blanc-de-Chine Samantabhadra and Manjusri Late Qing/Early RepublicDepicting the bodhisattvas Samantabhadra and Manjusri seated on the back of a Buddhistic lion and an elephant respectively, both wearing long flowing scarves, dhoti tied at the waist and beaded necklaces, the faces with contemplative expressions, both with impressed seals to the back.Height: 10 1/4 inches (26 cm) each


Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8244A Blanc-de-Chine Figure of GuanyinLate Qing DynastyShown seated with hands resting on her raised left knee and hid-den within the sleeves of the long robes drawn around her, a jew-eled floral necklace spanning the chest, her face with delicate fea-tures and hair pulled back to form two pony tails, with a seal impressed in the back.Height: 9 1/4 inches (23.5 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2000

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8245A Large Blanc-de-Chine Seated Maitreya Finely molded seated in dhyanasana on a raised double-lotus base with beaded rims, his hands in dharmachakra mudra, wearing long robes incise-decorated with patchwork foliate designs, the face with a serene expression, an impressed ‘He Chaozong’ seal to the back.Height: 16 3/4 inches (42.5 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8246A Large Blanc-de-Chine Figure of CaishenLate Qing/Early RepublicThe god of wealth depicted with boy attendant to his left, shown caressing his long flowing beard and standing on a Chinese ingot base flanked by numerous Chinese coins, with two impressed seals in the back.Height: 22 7/8 inches (58.1 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8247A ‘Mirror Black’ Glazed VaseKangxi PeriodThe curvaceous baluster form vase with flaring neck and gently spreading foot, the exterior covered with a lustrous black glaze in contrast to the bright white interior and base.Height: 17 1/4 inches (43.8 cm)


Estimate: $3500 / 5500

8248A Powder-Blue Glazed VaseQing Dynasty, 19th CenturyThe elongated baluster form body with slightly flaring mouth ascending from a spreading foot, the exterior covered in its entirety with a even rich power-blue glaze, the base with a double-circle mark.Height: 13 7/8 inches (35.3 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8249A Pair of Blue-Ground and Gilt-Decorated EwersKangxi PeriodEach blue-glazed, pear-shaped ewer raised on a flared foot, painted in gold to both sides with ‘antiques’, a dramatic curv-ing handle opposite a similarly designed spout attached to the neck by a strut, with silver cover.Overall Height: 8 3/4 inches (22.2 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from E & J Frankel, New York, no. 2016.

Estimate: $5000 / 7000

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8250A Powder-Blue Glazed Covered Jar 19th CenturyThe high-shouldered body decorated with ovoid sce-nic and figural cartouches, all on a evenly applied pow-der-blue ground, the cover decorated en suite, base with a double-circle mark.Height: 8 3/8 inches (21.2 cm)


Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8252A Green Langyao-Type Vase18th/19th CenturyThe pear shaped body raised on a slightly spread-ing foot and tapering towards the neck and flared rim, covered to the exterior with a bright apple-green glaze suffused with crackles below the brown-glazed rim and stopping neatly above the unglazed disc-shaped foot, the interior and the base with a grayish-white crackled glaze.Height: 8 inches (20.3 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8253A Green Glazed Bottle VaseQing DynastyThe globular body and cylindrical neck covered with a thinly crackled dark apple-green glaze, the base left unglazed.Height: 14 3/4 inches (37.5 cm)


Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8251A Green Langyao JarKangxi PeriodThe ovoid jar with a short waisted neck standing on a recessed base, covered to the exterior with a soft green glaze with wide russet crackles, all stop-ping neatly above the foot rim, the interior and base with a pale celadon crackled glaze.Height: 4 3/8 inches (11.1 cm)

Provenance: Deaccessed from the De Young Museum, San Francisco, no. 4.01.17. From a private San Francisco collection formed during the 1970s to 1990s.

Note: Compare the jar to a small green-glazed Langyao jar illustrated in ‘Monochrome Porcelain, the Complete Collection of Treasures of the Palace Museum (Beijing)’, Hong Kong, 1999, p. 20, no. 17. Compare also a very similar jar sold at Christie’s London, June 7, 2004, lot 41.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8254A Lime-Green Glazed BrushwasherWang Bingrong MarkOf compressed ovoid form rising to a slightly tapering rim and supported on a short foot, carved and applied with a goldfish amongst water weeds to the interior, the exterior with four scrolling pat-terns, an impressed ‘Wang Bingrong’ seal mark to the base.Diameter: 4 1/4 inches (10.8 cm)


Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8255An Apple-Green Glazed Covered JarQing DynastyThe high-shouldered jar surmounted by a short unglazed neck, descending over the rounded shoulder to steep slightly tapered sides supported on a short foot, covered to the exterior in a bright slightly iridescent apple-green glaze.Height: 8 1/4 inches (21 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8256A Pair of Olive-Green Crackle Glazed CandlesticksLate Qing DynastyEach constructed in two sections, supported on a hexagonal stepped base rising to a baluster knobbed stem with a vase-shaped socket, covered in a rich olive-green crackled glaze.Height: 11 inches (28 cm)


Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8257A Green Glazed Biscuit Brush PotChen Guozhi MarkCarved in relief to the exterior with a fisherman in a landscape of pine trees and mountains, with a four-character maker’s mark reading ‘Chen Guozhi zhi’ (made by Chen Guozhi) in relief on the base.Height: 5 1/2 inches (14 cm)


Note: Chen Guozhi was one of several well-known potters, including Wang Bingrong and Li Youcheng, working in Jingdezhen in the early-mid 19th century, each whom signed their more important pieces.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8258A Pair of Blue-Enameled BowlsQianlong MarksEach expertly potted with the thin rounded walls turning out slightly at the rim, carved in relief with two stylized archaistic mythical dragons encircling the lower body against a ground of incised leiwen, all below a plain band and a key fret border at the mouth rim, the exterior covered with a pale powder-blue enamel, the interior and base with a transparent glaze, a blue six-character seal mark dis-played on the recessed base.Diameter: 5 7/8 inches (15 cm)


Estimate: $10,000 / 15,000

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8259A Peachbloom Glazed Brush WasherKangxi Mark, 19th CenturyThe shallow washer of compressed spherical shape, the exterior covered in a glaze of vibrant, slightly mottled crushed raspberry tone, the interior and base white, with a six-character Kangxi mark to the base.Diameter: 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)

Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. This superb private collec-tion was primarily acquired from Sotheby’s Hong Kong and New York during the 1970s and 80s.

Note: Brush washers of this type with reign-marks were made at the Kangxi imperial kiln (and subsequent reigns) for use on the scholars’ desk. The peachbloom glaze was pri-marily reserved for small objects. Because of the difficulty of controlling the reducing atmosphere (oxygen) during firing, the resulting glaze can range from a even red tone to a greenish color, with the red spectrum being consid-ered the best examples and most desirable. This washer, with a white glazed interior and a rounded edge foot ring, exemplifies the standard features of such vessels.

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8260A Flambé Glazed Brushwasher19th CenturyThe compressed globular body covered in its entire-ty under a thick glaze ranging in tone from vibrant red to pale blue, with matching stand.Diameter: 9 3/4 inches (24.8 cm)

Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. This superb private collec-tion was primarily acquired from Sotheby’s Hong Kong and New York during the 1970s and 80s.

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8261A Flambé Glazed BrushwasherLate Qing DynastyOf compressed bombe form, covered overall with a streaked glaze of dark red tones transitioning to pur-ple and pale milky blue.Diameter: 6 15/16 inches (17.6 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8262A Yellow Glazed VaseJiaqing Mark and PeriodThe compressed globular body raised on a slightly spreading foot and surmounted by a cylindrical neck with a flared rim, the exterior cov-ered in a glaze of rich lemon-yellow color, incised to the base with the six-character seal mark.Height: 10 1/8 inches (25.7 cm)

Provenance: From the estate of a pioneering San Francisco family. Originally acquired by this family from one of their trips to China during the early 20th century.

Note: The translucent yellow glaze of this vase is often called ‘imperial-yellow’ in the West, but in China is better known as ‘chicken-fat yellow’ or as the ‘ten-der yellow’ glaze.

It is important to note that monochrome glazed porcelains, used in imperi-al rites in China, were mainly the three primary colors (red, yellow and blue) and white.

Estimate: $10,000 / 15,000

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8263An Aubergine Glazed Vase Qianlong MarkThe baluster vessel with molded decoration featur-ing front-facing five-clawed dragons amidst swirling clouds, flames and crashing waves, all covered in an evenly applied aubergine glaze, displaying a six-char-acter mark on the base.Height: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8264A Robin’s Egg Glazed Double Gourd VaseThe bulbous body covered on the exterior with a speckled blue and turquoise glaze, cinched at the thin waist by a faux black ribbon tied in a bow to the front.Height: 14 3/4 inches (37.5 cm)

Note: Sold to benefit the Alameda County Community Food Bank.

Estimate: $900 / 1300

8265A Turquoise Glazed VaseThe vase raised on a splayed foot and ascending to a wide flaring neck, covered with a finely crackled, deep turquoise-blue glaze that continues over the mouth rim and also covers the base.Height: 13 5/8 inches (34.6 cm)


Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8266A Turquoise Glazed Hu-Form VaseKangxi MarkThe pear-shaped vase with a pair of elephant-head handles, incised decorations of bamboo, pine, orchid and lingzhi fungus, above a flaring foot, the six-char-acter Kangxi mark incised to the partially glazed base.Height: 6 3/8 inches (16.2 cm)


8267A Turquoise Glazed ‘Cong’ VaseLate Qing/Early RepublicOf square section and with short neck and foot, molded around the body with four panels, including two with opposing five-clawed dragons chasing a flaming pearl amongst swirling clouds and flames, the other two panels each with a phoenix perched on a rock next to peony flowers, all in a bright turquoise-blue glaze pooling at the crevices of the raised dec-oration, the recessed base left unglazed and bearing a six-character Qianlong mark.Height: 11 inches (27.9 cm)


Estimate: $1200 / 1800

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8268Two Small Monochrome Bottle VasesQing DynastyThe first of baluster form covered in a clair-de-lune glaze; the second of pear shape covered in a celdon glaze; both rims glazed brown.Taller: 5 1/8 inches (13 cm)

Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, June 13, 1989, lot 2 and lot 356.

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8269Three Small Monochrome BowlsGuangxu Mark and PeriodEach of rounded conical form, the exterior covered in softly hued glazes, one pink and two yellow, the recessed base with a six-character Guangxu mark.Diameters: 3 5/8 inches (9.2 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8270A Red Glazed Ogee-Form BowlLate Qing DynastyElegantly potted in ogee form, covered to the body with an strawberry-red glaze, the lobed walls ascending to a white rim.Diameter: 7 7/8 inches (20 cm)

Provenance: From a San Francisco estate. Acquired from Sotheby’s, Hong Kong, May 1989, lot 174.

Estimate: $900 / 1300

8271A Pair of Gold-Red and Incise-Decorated BowlsLate Qing DynastyEach of deep rounded walls with the exterior cov-ered in a ruby-red enamel and incised with two five-clawed dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls amidst swirling clouds and crashing waves, the recessed base with a four-character mark.Diameter: 6 3/8 inches (16.2 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8272A Biscuit-Fired Brush PotWang Bingrong MarkOf cylindrical form with an enclosed mouth rim, above a molded and applied scene of clouds, willow trees, garden rocks and two figures, including a slumbering gentleman and a young boy, the recessed base with an impressed seal ‘Wang Bingrong zuo’.Height: 5 3/16 inches (13.2 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2500

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8273A White Glazed VaseWang Bingrong MarkOf rouleau form, each surface molded in high relief with waves on the neck, the body con-taining five fish, two five-clawed dragons and additional waves, their eyes rendered in dots of blue enamel against the glossy celadon-tinged glaze, an unglazed foot and recessed base bearing the impressed four-character mark.Height: 9 1/4 inches (23.5 cm)

Provenance: From a Pacific Northwest collection that was pri-marily acquired during the 1970s.

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8274A Pair of Cafe-Au-Lait Glazed Foliated DishesQing DynastyEach with combed floral decorations to the interior well, molded sides displaying twelve petals radiating from the floor and terminating in a delicate petal-form rim.Diameter of Each: 6 7/8 inches (17.5 cm)


Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8275A Wucai Meiping Vase17th CenturyThe baluster form vessel decorated with fig-ures at leisure within a garden compound of lush plants and rockwork, flowers painted to the short neck, wood stand.Height: 7 5/8 inches (19.3 cm)

Provence: Reputedly acquired by a British sea captain who traded between China and the west in the 18th century. Later inherited by Mary Menzies Galloway, then of London. Mary Galloway brought the vase with her when she relocated to California in the early 20th century, thence by descent.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8276Two Cafe-Au-Lait Glazed VesselsKangxi PeriodThe first a bowl with its exterior decorated with four alternating panels of fan and leaf shape, painted in underglaze-blue with flowers and reserved on a ground of pale cafe-au-lait hue, the floor with a medallion of insects fly-ing above peony and rocks, below a diaper band at the rim; together with a small globu-lar vase, the exterior decorated with three circular panels painted in underglaze-blue with various scholar’s objects against a pale cafe-au-lait ground.Diameter of Bowl: 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm)

Provenance: The bowl acquired from Christie’s, New York, September 16, 2011, lot 1513.

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8277An Export Famille Rose Tankard18th CenturyOf barrel and straight sided form, decorated in colored enamels, underglaze-blue and white with figures enclosed by a scrolling foli-age reserve and various flowers, together with two tea cup trays painted with figures and flowers.Height: 5 inches (12.7 cm)


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8278A Famille Noir-Enameled Vase19th CenturyThe tapering rectangular side panels painted in famille verte enamels with flowering prunus blossom and birds, all against a black ground.Height: 20 inches (50.8 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8279A Coral-Red Decorated DishJiaqing MarkPainted with two birds perched on a peony tree to the floor against a bright turquoise ground, encircled by a border below a plain cavetto and a band of scrolls at the rim, the exterior dec-orated with five gilt bats reserved on a coral-red ground.Diameter: 5 13/16 inches (14.8 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8280An Iron-Red Decorated VaseDaoguang MarkThe ovoid body finely painted on the exterior with a pattern of conjoined leafy tendrils form-ing arabesques while enclosing lotus blossoms and gilt-painted longevity characters, the interi-or turquoise-blue, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark in overglaze iron-red.Height: 11 7/8 inches (30.2 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8281A Large Iron-Red Decorated DishGuangxu Mark and PeriodThe interior decorated with two five-clawed dragons in opposition, each facing a gilt-painted flaming pearl amongst swirling clouds and flames, the exterior of similar motif, an iron-red six-character Guangxu mark to the base.Diameter: 13 inches (33 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8282A Pair of Gilt-Decorated Coral-Ground VasesGuangxu Marks and PeriodEach decorated in gilt with four dragon medallions and twelve ‘shou’ character medallions on the shoulders, below a band of flowers on the tall flaring neck and above a tapering foot, all on a rich coral-red ground, the interior covered in a turquoise glaze, a six-character mark to the base.Height: 15 1/2 inches (39.3 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

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8284A Pair of Small Enamel-Painted BowlsQing DynastyEach with rounded sides rising to a flaring rim, the exterior walls painted with three Fu dogs playing with embroidered balls, the interior glazed white, with fitted wood stands.Diameter: 3 3/4 inches (9.5 cm)



8285A Famille Rose-Enameled Globular VaseXianfeng Mark and PeriodThickly potted and finely painted in enamel, displaying grape vines enclosing two ruyi-head shaped cartouches featuring landscapes, all above a band of alternating plantain leaves and ice plates encircling the tall waisted neck, four reserves containing the eight Daoist symbols against a coin shaped diaper ground between raised string bands around the shoulder, the lower body and foot ringed with further grape vines enclosing cartouches of phoenixes, qilin, butterflies and flowering plants, the six-charac-ter mark written in regular script to the recessed base.Height: 15 5/8 inches (39.7 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8286A Large Famille Rose-Enameled VaseThe thickly potted vessel flanked by twin bam-boo form handles, the body with a continuous scene of three rams amongst flowers, insects, rockwork and pine trees, between floral bands, the neck displaying five bands each of a unique motif including scrolling lotus flowers, peaches and bats against boldly colored grounds, the base bearing a six-character Qianlong mark.Height: 22 1/2 inches (57.2 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 4000

8287A Famille Rose-Enameled VaseThe globular form vessel with a trumpet neck ascending to a rounded rim, the body featuring numerous longevity medallions in blue enamel surrounding two cartouches containing birds and flowers, the neck with a stylized band of plantain leaves and ruyi-heads in an alternating fashion, all to an orange square-form diaper ground, with wood stand.Height: 15 inches (38 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8283A Famille Rose-Enameled VaseDaoguang MarkOf stout globular form with a tall neck rising to a flaring mouth rim, painted with shaped reserves containing various birds and flowers surrounded by further flowers and insects.Height: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8288A Large Reticulated Famille Rose-Enameled VaseQianlong MarkThe ovoid form with a continuos reticulated center body containing four circular reserves, finely depicting the four seasons each with poetic inscriptions and seals, the reticulated archaistic pattern outlined with gilt, all below a wide band of interlocking ruyi-heads inter-spersed with lotus flowers to a gilt-painted scrolling ground, the flaring neck well painted ensuite against a pink sgraffiato ground, the inner chamber painted in underglaze blue and white depicting further scrolling lotuses, the interior partially covered with a light tur-quoise enamel, the base with an underglaze-blue and white six-character Qianlong seal mark.Height: 15 5/8 inches (39.7 cm)


Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8289A Turquoise-Ground Famille Rose BowlQianlong Mark, Republic PeriodThe rounded walls rising to a flaring rim, the exterior painted with various types of flowers all to a turquoise ground, the white interior ascending to a mouth cov-ered in gilt, the six-character Qianlong mark displayed on the base.Diameter: 5 5/8 inches (14.3 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

8290A Pair of Famille Rose-Enameled Scroll PotsRepublic PeriodEach of tapering cylindrical form with four panels featuring flower arrangements, antiqui-ties and auspicious objects, all reserved on a deep power-blue ground, the base with a ‘Shunde Tang’ mark.Height: 11 1/2 inches (29.2 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

8291A Pair of Famille Rose-Enameled Flower Pots Guangxu MarksEach of the full-bodied exteriors with motifs of bats, swastikas and gilt-painted stylized lon-gevity characters, all against a vibrant yellow ground, the recessed base with two drainage holes and a six-character Guangxu mark.Diameter: 17 1/8 inches (43.5 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8292A Group of Three Yellow-Ground Porcelains19th CenturyConsisting of two bowls each with three five-clawed dragons chasing flaming pearls painted in green enamel to a yellow ground; the third a covered cup decorated with underglaze-blue and white flower roundels, studio marks to the base and the lid. Largest Diameter: 4 7/8 inches (12.3 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8293An Enameled and Black-Glazed Covered EwerQianlong Mark, Republic PeriodThe tall container heightened by gilt designs over a black enameled ground, further applied to the bis-cuit that surrounds opposing cartouches of land-scapes painted in overglaze enamels against the glazed ground that also finishes the interior, recessed base bearing the impressed six-character mark.Height: 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8294A Famille Rose ‘Mille Fleur’ DishQianlong Mark, Late Qing DynastyThe interior displaying a rich variety of densely ren-dered flowers reserved on a black ground, the exte-rior decorated with three scrolling flowers, a four-character mark to the base, with a matching wood stand. Diameter: 6 3/4 inches (17.2 cm)


8295A Famille Rose-Enameled TeapotQianlong Mark, Republic PeriodOf square-sectioned form, displaying shaped reserves enclosing inhabited river landscape scenes, surrounded by scrolling lotus flowers to a bright yel-low sgraffiato ground, a four character Qianlong seal mark to base.Height: 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm)


Estimate: $2500 / 3500

8296A Famille Rose-Enameled VaseQianlong MarkOf rounded baluster form rising to a garlic head, the exterior painted with bands of plantain leaves, ruyi-heads, and scrolling lotus flowers to the lower body, all to a deep purple ground, the neck flanked by a pair of scrolling leaf-form handles in gilt, the base with an overglaze-blue Qianlong mark within a dou-ble-square.Height: 9 inches (22.8 cm)


8297A Famille Rose-Enameled Conjoined Double Gourd VaseQianlong Mark, Republic PeriodThe multi-lobed form with two upper circular medallions enclosing flowering branches, the two lower medallions depicting birds in a flowering gar-den of bamboo and rockwork reversed by a pair of kingfishers surrounded by lotuses, all against a dense design of peonies to a rich turquoise ground, the mouth and foot painted in gilt, a six-character Qianlong seal to the base.Height: 10 1/2 inches (26.6 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8298A Famille Rose-Enameled Plaque Signed Wang YoutangOf circular shape, the plaque painted in famille rose to depict a female beauty holding a circular painted fan while leaning against a flowering tree in a garden setting, with a calligraphic inscription and two seals of the artist.Diameter: 13 inches (33 cm)


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8299Two Enamel-Decorated Circular PlaquesLate Qing/Early RepublicBoth painted in delicate enamels to depict the legendary female warrior ‘Hua Mulan’ holding a bow, with Chinese inscription and three seals of the artist.Diameter: 7 3/8 inches (18.7 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8300A Famille Rose-Enameled VaseOf ovoid form with rounded walls tapering to the foot, displaying blossoming chrysanthemums and prunus branches painted in color-ful enamels, issuing from jagged garden rocks and leafy foliage below, reversed by an inscription and two seals, the recessed base bearing ‘Jiangxi Porcelain Company’ in red paint.Height: 14 inches (35.6 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

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Estimate: $800 / 1200

8302An Enamel-Painted Vase Lu Yunshan MarkDepicting six redheaded cranes amongst pines, peo-nies, bamboo and lingzhi fungus, along with a poetic inscription and three seals of the artist, the base with an artist’s seal ‘Yunshan’.Height: 14 1/2 inches (36.8 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8303A Large Famille Rose-Enameled Moonflask19th CenturyFlanked by twin molded bat handles, a central medallion decorated with the eighteen Luohan with their respective attributes, reversed by two birds amongst rockwork and flowering branches, sur-rounded by scrolling lotuses against a yellow ground, with matching wood stand.Height: 19 1/8 inches (48.5 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8305A Set of Three Civil Rank BadgesThe first two each displaying a stylized fifth Civil Rank silver pheasant embroidered to a dark blue ground, both surrounded by clouds, flowers and fruit above crashing waves; the third a split front panel woven to depict a mandarin duck of the seventh Civl Rank, amongst bats, peaches and peonies above waves and clouds against a golden ground, with painted details; two with lining.Largest: 11 1/2 x 12 inches (29.2 x 30.5 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8306A Pair of Embroidered Silk Civil Rank BadgesEach badge embroidered with an egret of the sixth Civil Rank in vibrant silk threads to a dark blue ground, surrounded by ruyi-headed clouds, blooming flowers and peaches all above rolling waves and rock work.Each: 12 1/4 x 12 1/4 inches (31.1 x 31.1 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8307A Pair of Metallic Thread Kesi-Woven RoundelsEach of circular shape woven in gilt threads with auspicious Buddhist symbols, centering around a crane and lingzhi medallion to a black ground, heightened by subtle color with painted details; yel-low lining.Diameter: 11 3/4 inches (29.8 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8308A Pair of Metallic Kesi-Woven Civil Rank BadgesBoth badges woven with a second Civil Rank golden pheasant in brilliant metallic threads, surrounded by swirling clouds and auspicious symbols heightened by a black ground, with painted details.Each: 12 x 13 inches (30.5 x 33 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8309A Pair of Kesi-Woven Civil Rank BadgesEach badge displaying a peacock of the third Civil Rank in brightly colored tones, shown standing upon rockwork amidst ruyi-headed clouds, bats, blooming flowers and peaches all above crashing waves, with painted details.Each: 12 1/4 x 13 1/2 inches (31.1 x 34.3 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8310A Pair of Kesi-Woven Civil Rank BadgesBoth badges woven to depict the first Civil Rank crane amidst cloud florets, bats and scrolling gilt flowers, all above crashing waves and jagged rocks supporting blooming flowers and lingzhi, with paint-ed details.Each: 12 x 12 1/4 inches (30.5 x 31.1 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8311A Kesi-Woven Military Rank BadgeThe split front panel displaying a tiger of the fourth Military Rank facing to the left while roaring at a large red sun, all against clouds, bats and flowers woven in brilliant hues with painted details, on a patterned ground of black and gilt threads.11 1/2 x 12 1/4 inches (29.2 x 31.1 cm)


8312A Large Mounted Kesi-Woven Hanging ScrollDisplaying a dramatic escape scene with several men on horseback and foot carrying various weapons, all chasing after another man on horseback through a mountainous landscape.52 x 31.5 (132.1 x 80 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8313A Kesi-Woven ‘Dragon’ PanelDepicting golden dragons in pursuit of a flaming pearl amidst crashing waves, with six dragon medallions in metallic threads above, enclosed within a woven and embroidered border.53 1/2 x 27 inches (135.8 x 68.6 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8314A Pair of Needlepoint Panels19th CenturyBoth of vertical format, designed with sub-tly hued silk threads to a gauze like fabric, each displaying a central pair of long tail birds roosting in opposition, surrounded by various smaller birds and butterflies, all beneath a large fruitful peach tree issuing from cavernous garden rocks, bordered by leafy scrolls and flower blossoms, framed and glazed.Each Overall: 66 1/2 x 21 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8315An Embroidered Silk PanelOf rectangular format embroidered in earth-toned silk with various birds includ-ing cranes, Mandarin ducks and other long tail birds flying and roosting amidst a lotus pond, enclosed by a woven dragon border, framed and glazed.Overall: 31 1/2 x 40 1/2 inches (80 x 102.8 cm)


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8316An Embroidered Silk PanelShowing a small black cat crouching upon rounded garden rocks while looking at meandering flowering branches, but-terflies and birds flying above, plain blue border, framed and glazed.Overall: 55 1/4 x 16 1/2 inches (140.3 x 41.9 cm)


8317An Embroidered Silk PanelLate Qing DynastyDepicting various robed male and female figures within a lush garden setting of prunus trees, bamboo, flowers and Buddha’s hand citrons to a pale greenish ground, surround-ed by a woven border with ruyi head pattern, framed and glazed.Overall: 28 1/2 x 40 1/4 inches (72.4 x 102.2 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8318A Large Woven TextileLate Qing/Early Republic PeriodDesigned with a pattern depicting alternating children within various garden settings to a copper-red ground, all between thick borders of floral scrolls, continuous swastikas and key frets.80 x 53 1/2 inches (203.2 x 135.8 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8319A Metallic Thread Embroidered Figural PanelLate Qing/Early Republic PeriodDesigned to depict various figures gathering within a fantastic garden setting of large purple, blue and green flowers to a ground of metallic threads, enclosed within borders of scampering squirrels alternating with scrolling grape vines, a large floral meander bordering the unfinished top edge.70 1/4 x 32 inches (178.4 x 81.3 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8320An Embroidered Figural Wall HangingLate Qing DynastyShowing a group of female musicians standing in a lush garden setting beneath a large peach tree, accompanied by a flying crane, bats and prancing deer amidst large blooming peonies and swirling clouds, enclosed within a black border of scrolling stylized lotus flowers.40 x 74 1/2 (101.6 x 189.2 cm)


Estimate: $1500 / 2500

8321An Embroidered Silk Wall HangingLate Qing DynastyOf horizontal format depicting antiques and auspicious symbols and motifs above curling waves, all surrounded by various lush tress and blooming flowers issuing from jagged rockwork, enclosed within a border of scrolling blue flowers.62 1/4 x 26 1/4 inches (158 x 66.7 cm)


Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8322A Pair of Horizontal Red-Ground Silk PanelsEarly 20th CenturyEmbroidered in pale threads to depict the eight Daoist immortals against a brilliant red ground, each shown standing while holding their unique attributes amidst large floral sprays, bats and gilt characters, both with a blue border of gilt flower meanders, framed.20 1/4 x 82 3/4 inches (51.4 x 210.2 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8323An Embroidered Silk Hanging PanelWith a ‘children at play’ theme embroidered in blue toned silk threads, depicting several youthful figures celebrating the New Year with dragon dancers and musicians, surrounded by a garden setting of lush blos-soming plants and trees to a light golden-brown ground, black border, lined.75 3/4 x 30 1/2 inches (192.4 x 77.5 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8325A Woven Iron-Red Ground Silk SkirtDecorated above the hem with a thick border of dragon medallions surrounded by phoenixes, cranes, flowers and rockwork above swelling waves, height-ened by metallic threads.Length: 32 inches (81.3 cm)


8326An Embroidered Silk Lady’s SkirtEarly 20th CenturyThe vibrant green fabric highlighted by vertical blue stripes, bordered by ribbons and cream ground embroideries of scrolling flowers and figures.Length: 38 inches (96.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8327A Woman’s Embroidered Green-Ground Silk JacketDesigned with vibrant embroidered and count stitched seasonal cut flowers displayed in various decorative vases, further surrounded by fruit, bats and other floral sprigs to a light green silk ground, bordered by embroidered black bands along each edge, blue lining.Length: 45 1/2 inches (115.6 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8324Two Chinese TextilesThe first a Lady’s skirt embroidered in polychrome and gilt wrapped threads to depict dragons and phoenixes to a green silk ground; the second a woven textile with a ‘children-at-play’ pattern between borders of dragons and phoenixes to a blue ground. Length of Skirt: 41 inches (104.1 cm)


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8328A Woman’s Embroidered Green-Ground Silk RobeShowing a variety of large flowers and vases embroidered in colorful silk threads to a deep green ground, with black borders and cuffs depicting scrolling blue toned leafy flow-ers, further finished by woven ribbons, pale pink lining.Length: 56 inches (142.2 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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8329A Women’s Embroidered Bridal Jacket19th CenturyDisplaying dramatic writhing dragons in gilt threads flying amidst cloud meanders while in pursuit of large flaming pearls, against a rich reddish-orange silk ground, further sur-rounded by knot stitched bats, flower blossoms and auspi-cious symbols, all above a thick border of waves crashing upon jagged rockwork at the hem, framed and glazed.Length of Jacket: 42 1/4 inches (107.3 cm); Frame: 52 x 52 1/2 inches (132 x 133.3 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8330A Purple-Ground Silk Dragon RobeLate Qing DynastyDecorated in polychrome and gilt-wrapped threads to a deep purple ground, featuring nine five-clawed golden dragons chas-ing large flaming pearls amongst swirling clouds, bats character medallions and auspicious symbols, the thick metallic lishui border ascending to longevity symbols and curling waves, the collar and cuffs embroidered en suite, yellow lining.Length: 56 1/2 inches (143.5 cm)

Provenance: Reputedly acquired by Marshfield & Co. for the ‘Pageant of Nations’ parade at the 1933/1934 Century of Progress Exposition in Chicago, Illinois. Other robes from this collection are currently on dis-play at the Chicago Natural History Museum.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

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8331A Rare Complete Set of Sixteen Embroidered Album Leaves17th/18th CenturyEach exceptionally finely embroidered in satin stitch on a cream silk ground to depict the Buddhist Four Heavenly Kings, Dhritarastra, Vidradhaka, Virapaksa, Vaisravana, the guardian Veda, and the sixteen Arhats; the silk threads of an extremely subtle palette in grays and browns with details highlighted in bright blue.11 1/8 x 8 inches (28.2 x 20.3 cm)


Estimate: $9000 / 13,000

8332An Embroidered-Embellished Kesi PanelLate Qing DynastyMounted as a hanging scroll, finely woven to depict three boys tending nine rams in a landscape scene with pine trees, prunus blossoms and peonies, the larger boy riding a ram with vapor emanating from its mouth, the other two boys depicted beside the rest of the flock.60 x 32 inches (152.5 x 81.3 cm)


Note: The present panel employed two decorative techniques of kesi and slit tapestry, as the main decorative design, and silk embroidery of satin and couched stitches to enhance overall textural details. This panel was probably commissioned to welcome the New Year bringing a change of fortune. This is evidenced by the depiction of rams, which symbolize a fortuitous New Year, and the prunus and peony blossoms, which flower during the same period.

Estimate: $8000 / 12,000

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8335A Huanghuali Folding Horseshoe-Back ArmchairLate 20th CenturyThe elegantly rounded crest rail terminating in out swept hand rests, supported by curved extensions of the front legs inset with shaped spandrels and set into the rectangular base stretchers, the front stretcher beneath a foot-rest mounted with a central huangtong plaque of three interlocked lozenges, the elaborately carved back splat decorated with a central pierced panel depicting a qilin amidst scrolling clouds below an upper small-er shaped cartouche enclosing a stylized dragon.41 x 29 1/2 x 29 inches (104 x 75 x 73.5 cm)

Provenance: Purchased from a furniture store in Shanghai in 1996.

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8336A Huanghuali Folding Horseshoe-Back ArmchairLate 20th CenturyThe elegantly rounded crest rail terminating in out swept hand rests, supported by curved extensions of the front legs inset with shaped spandrels and set into the rectangular base stretchers, the front stretcher beneath a foot-rest mounted with a central huangtong plaque of three interlocked lozenges, the elaborately carved back splat decorated with a central pierced panel depicting a qilin amidst scrolling clouds below an upper small-er shaped cartouche enclosing a stylized dragon.41 x 29 1/2 x 29 inches (104 x 75 x 73.5 cm)

Provenance: Purchased from a furniture store in Shanghai in 1996.

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8337A Huanghuali Rootwood Low TableOf a naturalistic rustic design forming a wide coffee table exhibiting several indentations and small hollows amidst the warmly toned wood grain, raised upon three rootwood sup-ports.17 1/4 x 59 x 44 inches (43.8 x 150 x 111.8 cm) approximately

Estimate: $6000 / 8000

Furniture

8338A Huanghuali Folding StoolLate 20th CenturyThe concave seat frame carved with grooved sides to receive the lacing of the rope seat, further supported by shaped cross stretch-ers pin-hinged at the center and extending to squared block feet.Height (Folded): 20 inches (50.8 cm); Top: 14 x 11 1/4 inches (35.5 x 28.5 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8339A Huanghuali and Mixedwood Low Table19th CenturyOf rectangular form with a framed top forming a long single plank above a short recessed waist, supported on four short feet carved with scrolls ends.11 x 30 x 15 1/2 inches (28 x 76.2 x 39.4 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

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8340A Huanghuali and Mixedwood Two-Drawer Altar CofferRepublic PeriodThe framed single-panel top with everted flanges, above two drawers with brass fittings, spandrels of foliated c-scroll and sphere design, all on hoof feet joined by stepped openwork stretchers.33 x 50 1/2 x 18 inches (83.8 x 128.3 x 45.7 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8341A Huanghuali Side TableLate 20th Century The two-panel top set within a frame above four evenly sized drawers with brass fittings, each side and drawer panel simply carved with a recessed frame, all on four legs terminating in hoof feet.34 1/4 x 52 1/2 x 22 3/4 inches (87 x 133.5 x 57.8 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8342A Pair of Hardwood Reclining ArmchairsEarly 20th CenturyThe over scrolled slatted back above a slatted seat with extended footrest, raised upon four rounded legs joined by stretchers.Each: 31 x 21 x 37 1/2 inches (78.7 x 53.3 x 95.3 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8343A Pair of Hardwood ArmchairsRepublic PeriodBoth heavily constructed and elaborately carved with antiquities and auspicious objects on the solid back splat and spandrels, further decorated with images of bats, cranes and chilong, all wrapped in a bold bamboo motif from the arms to the legs.Each: 44 x 26 x 20 inches (111.7 x 66 x 51 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8345A Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Hardwood BenchLate 19th/Early 20th CenturyWith a low paneled back with marble insets and pierced panels depicting animals, plants and fruits, the arms and solid seat finely inlaid with mother-of-pearl to depict scrolling flowers and fruit baskets, all raised on hoof feet.37 x 71 x 23 inches (94 x 180.3 x 58.5 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8346A Pair of Hardwood Side Chairs and a Side TableEarly 20th CenturyEach with a painted marble panel inset to the back splat, joined by a pair of scrolling spandrels, above square legs connected by stretchers; along with a rectangular hardwood side table.Chairs: 35 x 19 1/2 x 15 3/4 inches (88.9 x 49.5 x 40 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8347A Pair of Hardwood Lowback ArmchairsWith hard mat seat set within a rectangular frame beneath the elegantly curved crest and arm rails fram-ing rows of slender vertical struts, all raised on legs of rounded section joined by pairs of stretchers.Each: 36 3/4 x 21 x 18 inches (93.3 x 53.3 x 45.7 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

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8344A Set of Eight Hardwood ChairsEarly 20th CenturyComprising two armchairs and six side chairs, each with a pierced back and cen-tral section inset with a marble plaque surrounded by lingzhi fungus motif span-drels, above a solid seat on square-section supports joined by stretchers.Each: 41 x 23 x 17 1/2 inches (104.2 x 58.5 x 44.5 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

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8348A Hardwood Daybed with Marble InsetsEarly 20th CenturyThe shaped paneled back and sides with marble insets of various forms including cir-cles, prunus flowers, fans, double gourds and foliated designs, each fitted to a three-panel rectangular hard top set within a frame, the recessed waist above a rounded reticulated apron depicting a hawk and lion reserved against scrolling vines further enclosing ovoid stone insets, supported by cabriole legs of solid construction terminat-ing in clawed feet.49 x 77 x 48 1/2 inches (124.5 x 195.6 x 123.2 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8349A Pair of Hardwood Flower Stands with Porcelain Insets 19th CenturyOf two-tiered rectangular form, the top inset with famille verte-enameled plaques intricately depicting shaped reserves enclosing various figures within building com-pounds and gardens, set within a frame of leafy floral meanders in mother-of-pearl and bronze inlay and carved in relief, above an openwork apron and spandrels displaying a rounded geometric scroll design, all raised upon four legs terminating in clawed feet.Each: 28 3/4 x 15 7/8 x 13 1/8 inches (73 x 40.3 x 33.3 cm)

Provenance: From a private East Bay collection. Inherited by descent from Alice Amelia Evans, who was reputedly an English language teacher of the Imperial household during the late Qing Dynasty. This lot, along with additional fine Chinese works of art, were acquired by Ms. Evans while living in China and later brought to the United states by her successors.

Estimate: $5000 / 7000

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8350A Hardwood Flower StandEarly 20th CenturyThe square top panel floating within a frame above an apron of simplistic shaped design, while raised on straight supports joined to a lower tier.31 1/4 x 17 1/4 x 17 1/4 inches (79.4 x 43.8 x 43.8 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

Ms. Evans pictured top right

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8351A Large Carved Hardwood Altar TableEarly 20th CenturyThe long rectangular top supported by tapering legs of rectangular section, carved in relief with bats, ruyi scepters, flower emblems and auspicious charac-ters, the shaped aprons further decorated with openwork twisted rope designs.33 1/4 x 68 x 17 inches (84.5 x 172.7 x 43.2 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8352A Tiered Hardwood Side StandEarly 20th CenturyThe two-tiered stand carved in the form of gnarled tree branches with reticulat-ed aprons of prunus blossom and birds.33 x 29 x 12 1/4 inches (83.8 x 73.7 x 31.1 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8353A Hardwood Square TableRepublic PeriodThe two-panel top set within a square frame, raised upon detachable and fold-able legs.Table Top: 42 x 42 inches (106.7 x 106.7 cm); Height of Folded Legs: 59 1/2 inches (151.1 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8354A Large Hardwood Altar TableEarly 20th CenturyThe rectangular paneled top with everted flanges to each end, reticulated aprons displaying leafy grape vines and geometric c-scrolls, supported by square-section legs carved in relief with undulating bamboo branches joined by stretchers and terminating in a scroll detail to each foot.41 x 87 1/2 x 19 3/4 inches (104.2 x 222.3 x 50.2 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

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8355A Massive Carved Hardwood Export Display Cabinet19th CenturyConstructed with several alternating shelves above three small drawers, ornately carved in openwork with elaborate floral scrolls and prunus branches, bats, cloud meanders, bamboo and grape vines, the base and crown carved with dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls.91 x 45 3/4 x 12 3/4 inches (231.2 x 116.2 x 32.4 cm)

Estimate: $4000 / 6000

8356An Export Lacquered and Gilt-Painted Wood Cabinet19th CenturyThe top chest with a single door delicately painted in gold to depict a boathouse scene with several fig-ures reserved against an ebonized ground, encircled by raised gilt-traced geometric meanders, the crown design en suite, raised upon a base of angular cabri-ole legs with one central drawer flanked by two smaller drawers on either side, finely painted with figures, dragons and floral motifs.70 3/4 x 36 x 21 inches (179.7 x 91.4 x 53.3 cm)

Provenance: Originally from a Phoenix, AZ Estate.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8357A Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Black Lacquer Low TablePossibly 17th CenturyThe rectangular top inlaid with a reserve enclosing a lakeside garden scene with figures, birds, vegetation and building, above a waisted and paneled central section upon a molded plinth base supported by shaped cabriole legs.Width: 23 1/4 inches (59 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8358A Massive Lacquered Softwood Altar Table17th/18th CenturyThe thickly framed two-plank top with everted end flanges above plain aprons and cloud-form spandrels, supported upon substantial thumb-grooved legs of rectangular section, framing reticulated pan-els cut with floral lattices and set into shoe feet, the overall display-ing remnants of a reddish-black lacquer.38 1/2 x 107 1/4 x 20 1/2 inches (97.8 x 272.5 x 52 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 4000

8359A Massive Jumu Altar Table17th/18th CenturyThe rectangular top with everted flanges above a shaped apron and simply carved spandrels, a pair of reticulated trestles depicting birds roosting in lush trees and leafy scrolls set between the legs.37 1/2 x 119 x 22 inches (95.3 x 302.3 x 56 cm)

Note: The massive size of the present table suggests that it would have held a place of great importance at the center of an altar, or against the wall of a grand hall.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

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8365After Zhao Mengfu (1254-1322): Two Paintingsa) Ink and color on silk, framed and glazed, with a signature ‘Zi’ang,’ three seals. b) Ink and color on silk, framed and glazed, titled, marked ‘Zhongji,’ four seals.13 1/2 x 46 1/2 inches (34.5 x 118 cm)

Note: Zhongji (Guan Zhongji, d. 1319) is Zhao Mengfu’s wife, whom is also a talented painter and poet.

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8366Anonymous: Opera PerformanceMing DynastyInk and color on paper, framed, the right dated ‘Da Ming Zhengde Wu Nian (1510)’.86 x 41 1/2 inches (218.5 x 105.5 cm)

Note: In traditional Chinese opera, characters can be divided into five types: Sheng, Dan, Jing, Chou, and Mo. Each type has different makeup that corre-sponds to their unique characteristics. Faces painted with particular colors signify different personality traits. For example, Chou, which liter-ally means ‘clown’, would have their faces partial-ly painted white and highlighted with black lines.

Estimate: $3500 / 5500

Paintings, Calligraphy and Books

8367In the Style of Wan Shouqi (1603-1652): Beauty and PineInk and color on silk, framed and glazed, dated, with a signature ‘Wan Shouqi,’ two seals.62 1/4 x 32 inches (158 x 81.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8368After Yu Zhiding (1647-1716): Seated ArhatInk and color on paper, with a signature ‘Yu Zhiding,’ two seals.49 1/2 x 24 1/4 inches (126 x 61.5 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8369After Chen Mei (18th Century): Hawk and GooseHanging scroll, ink and color on paper, the lower right dated ‘Genzi’ (1720), bearing a signature ‘Chen Mei,’ two seals reading ‘Chen Mei Zhi Yin’ and ‘Dian Lun’.49 x 26 1/2 inches (124.5 x 67 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2500

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8370A Hanging Scroll: BeautyInk and color on paper, with a signature ‘Leng Mei,’ one seal.51 x 26 1/2 inches (129.5 x 67cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8371Wang Pu (19th Century): Magu and Deer19th CenturyInk and color on paper, framed, the lower right with one seal reading ‘Wang Pu,’ unsigned.48 x 25 1/2 inches (122 x 65 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from G. T. Marsh & Co, San Francisco in 1961.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8372Anonymous: A Pair of Ancestor PortraitsInk and color on paper, framed and glazed.Each Approximately: 44 x 24 1/4 inches (112 x 61.5 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8373Anonymous: Ancestral PortraitInk and color on paper, framed, featuring a seated elderly woman.37 1/2 x 25 inches (95 x 63.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8374An Album of Thirty-Two Miniature Landscape Paintingsink and color on silk, unsigned.Overall: 6 1/2 x 5 3/4 inches (16.5 x 14.6 cm); Each Painting Approximately: 3 1/4 x 3 1/4 inches (8.3 x 8.3 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1800

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8375After Huang Binhong (1865-1955): Landscape in XilingHanging scroll, ink and color on paper, the upper right titled, dated ‘Guisi (1953),’ with a signature ‘Binhong,’ one seal.24 3/4 x 14 3/8 inches (62.9 x 36.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8376Pu Ru (1896-1963): Two Small Paintingsa) Dragonfly with Lotus: Ink and color on paper, framed and glazed, dated ‘Wuxu’ (1958), signed ‘Xin She,’ one seal. b) Landscape: Ink and color on paper, framed and glazed, circa 1958, dedicated to Mr. Yamashita (of Berkeley), signed ‘Xin She,’ one seal.Second Painting: 9 1/4 x 10 1/4 inches (23.5 x 26 cm)

Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist by the current owner’s father, and part of an East Bay estate.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

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8377Chiang Shuchi (Zhang Shuqi, 1901-1957): Butterfly and FlowersWatercolor on paper, framed and glazed, one seal marked ‘Shuqi’.7 1/2 x 9 inches (19 x 23 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from Hoover Gallery, San Francisco.


8378Huang Huanwu (1906-1985): Bird and BambooHanging scroll, ink and color on paper, the lower right inscribed, signed ‘Huang Huanwu,’ three seals.26 3/4 x 18 1/4 inches (68 x 46.5 cm)

Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist in 1981 in Shanghai

Literature: Published in ‘Dashijie’ (‘Big World’ magazine), 3rd Issue, 1980.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8379Liu Yezhao (1910-2003): LandscapeInk and color on paper, framed, the upper left dated ‘Xin You (1981),’ signed ‘Liu Yezhao,’ one seal.26 x 16 inches (66 x 40.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

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8380In the Style of Zhao Yunyu (1916-2003): BodhisattvaHanging scroll, ink and color on paper, the lower right dated ‘Renshen (1992),’ with a signature ‘Yunyu Zhao Shi,’ one seal.52 x 21 3/4 inches (132 x 55.3 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8381An Album of Eleven Painting and Calligraphy LeavesInk and color on paper, including six paint-ings and five calligraphy leaves, the album titled ‘Xinyin Youzong,’ by various artists asked by ‘Jinghu Xiansheng (Lai Jinghu, 20th c.),’ multiple seals.Album Size: 8 1/2 x 6 inches (21.5 x 15 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8382Fang Chuxiong (b. 1950): Two SquirrelsInk and color on paper, framed and glazed, signed ‘Chuxiong,’ one seal.13 1/2 x 13 1/2 inches (34.3 x 34.3 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from Fan Chuxiong’s Exhibition in San Francisco in 2002.

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8383Attributed to Huang Dafu (Early 20th c.): Four Fan PaintingsEach in circular shape painted in ink and color on silk, mounted, all dated, some with titles, with a signature ‘Huang Dafu’ or ‘Tongzhu Jushi Zong Ying,’ one seal.Each Diameter: 9 1/2 inches (24 cm)

Estimate: $1600 / 2400

8384An Export Oil Painting19th CenturyOil on canvas, depicting the ‘thirteen facto-ries’ at the North Port of Pearl River, Guangzhou (Canton), framed.17 1/4 x 22 1/4 inches (43.8 x 56.5 cm)

Note: For similar examples, please see the collection of Guangzhou Export Paintings at the Guangzhou Museum.

Estimate: $15,000 / 20,000

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8385Ten Woodblock Prints of Paintings by Qi Baishi (1864-1957)Each mounted, with signatures and seals.Each Approximately: 9 x 14 inches (23 x 35.5 cm)

Estimate: $1200 / 1600

8386Bertha Lum (1869-1954): Confucius Temple, Chu-FuWoodblock print, framed and glazed, the bottom signed ‘Bertha Lum, 1936’.23 1/2 x 15 inches (59.5 x 38 cm)


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8387A Set of Hardcover Books on the Chinese Art Collection from the National Palace Museum in TaiwanTwenty-Five books in total, with text written in both English and Chinese, each with multiple color plates, pub-lished by the National Palace Museum, Taipei, Taiwan, 1969-1974.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8388A Group of Ten Books on Rare Chinese Jade and FurnitureA full book listing is available upon request.

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8389A Group of Eighteen Books on Chinese Ceramics, Bronzes, and General Chinese ArtA full book listing is available upon request.

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8390A Group of Twenty Books on Chinese CeramicsA full book listing is available upon request.


8391A Group of Eighteen Books on Chinese Paintings and CalligraphyA full book listing is available upon request.

Estimate: $800 / 1000

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8395A Japanese Matchlock GunEdo Period60 caliber smooth bore, rounded barrel with flat panel to the top and etched with a phoenix amid cloud scrolls below a silver inlaid ume crest, cannon-form muzzle, block rear sight, brass lock of traditional form with trigger, blossom-form bronze escutcheons on the wooden stock with a pass-through channel for the match; stock with impressed notation Meiji 16, number 278.Overall Length: 42 inches (106.6 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8396An Enamel-Decorated Silver Shibayama Koro and CoverMasatoshi Mark, Meiji PeriodOf lobed hexagonal form with enameled scrolling flo-ral motifs overall, the body inset with six gold shiba-yama-inlaid panels depicting birds and flowers, flanked by a pair of dragon-form handles, the cover topped by two cranes amidst lotuses, the raised and footed base signed ‘Masatoshi’.Height: 8 inches (20.3 cm)

Note: ‘Koro’ is a term referring to a Japanese incense burner, which is often used in tea ceremony. For a similar silver Shibayama-Inlaid Koro and Cover, see Christie’s London, Asian Decorative Arts, October 2, 2003, lot 170.

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

Paintings, Calligraphy and Books

8397A Mixed Metal and Silver Overlaid VaseMeiji PeriodThe ovoid form vessel with silver overlay to depict ten red-crowned cranes in flight, all reserved on a gilt ground, the recessed base displaying the incised marker’s mark ‘Yamamoto’.Height: 12 inches (30.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8398A Bronze Tripod CenserMeiji PeriodThe incense burner cast in the form of a lobed bul-bous fruit, supported by three budding branch-form legs, the perforated lid with a stem-form finial.Height: 7 3/8 inches (18.7 cm)


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8399A Bronze Tripod Censer with CoverMeiji PeriodSupported on three tapering feet, lobed sides cast with taotie monster masks against a scrolling patterned ground, the mouth rim with a pair of upright loop handles, the pierced cover cast with matching designs below a seated Buddhist lion.Height: 15 inches (38 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8400A Patinated Bronze JardiniereMeiji PeriodThe rectangular form container cast with chrysanthemums to the longer sides and crashing waves to the shorter ends, all supported by four scrolling legs, the base with a mark set within a square.Width: 14 1/4 inches (36.2 cm)


8401A Bronze and Mixed Metal TigerShown striding with an outstretched body and arched back as it roars in the dis-tance, the underside marked ‘Seiya-shu’ enclosed by a cartouche.Length: 14 inches (11.5 cm)


8402A Japanese Style Cast Bronze PantherThe elegant feline form crouching mid-stride while expertly hunting its prey, well-defined muscular body with a long curving tail terminating in a tight curl.Length: 41 inches (104.1 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8403A Japanese Style Life-Size Bronze Tiger, Signed20th CenturyThe well cast feline form shown causally walking with a partially snarling mouth revealing large menacing teeth, bold stripes displayed upon the realistic figure with its relaxed tail slightly curling toward the front, signed ‘Chaiwat’ to the inte-rior of one leg.Length: 29 1/2 inches (202 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8404A Kutani BowlMeiji PeriodWith a bamboo motif painted in gilt on the exterior extending to the interior, decorative band near the rim, a ‘Kutani Miyama’ mark to the base.Diameter: 4 7/8 inches (12.3 cm)


8405A Kutani Vase Meiji PeriodDecorated in traditional colored enamels and gilt paint with panels containing figures playing games among spring cherry blossoms, bordered by bands of intricately painted brocade designs, bold foliate lappets to the shoulder and a stylized floral scroll pattern beneath the rim, with four ornate s-form handles, the base displaying a mark in gilt.Height: 11 3/4 inches (29.8 cm)


8406Two Satsuma VasesMeiji PeriodThe first with quatrelobe panels depicting various scenes of figures gathering in gardens and court-yards, all reserved on a intricately painted brocade ground, applied with lions to either side of the shoulder, a mark to the base; the second smaller vase with raised ridges on the shoulders, the body of two panels containing figures, all reserved on a brocade design ground and bordered by key-fret bands, with a mark to the base.Tallest: 7 7/8 inches (20 cm)

Estimate: $700 / 1000

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8407Two Satsuma VasesMeiji PeriodThe first a lobed baluster vase with a continuos scene of figures by a river with Mt. Fuji in the back-ground, bordered by bands of intricately painted designs; the second an elongated vase with a contin-uous scene of the Seven Lucky Gods gathered in a garden of maple, pine and cherry blossom, below a band brocade designs, both displaying a mark to the base.Tallest: 7 1/4 inches (18.4 cm)

Estimate: $700 / 1000

8408A White Glazed Porcelain VaseMeiji PeriodOf elongated, slightly waisted cylindrical form, rising to a rounded bulbous shoulder with a recessed mouth rim and flanked by a pair of lion-head han-dles, the base with an artist seal.Height: 23 3/4 inches (60.3 cm)


8409A Pair of Splash-Glazed VasesEach of elegant tapering form with a short neck and flaring mouth, the transmutation glaze of dark blue, caramel brown and creamy pink, each base with a maker’s mark.Height: 8 5/8 inches (21.9 cm)


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8410A Large EmbroideryMeiji PeriodOf vertical format embroidered in thick silky threads, depicting a pair of pea-cocks roosting upon rockwork beneath the shade of a large pine tree, surround-ed by lush flowering plants issuing from a creek bed, the borders of woven lotuses and twin bird medallions; framed.Embroidery: 80 x 57 inches (203.2 x 144.8 cm); Frame: 87 1/4 x 83 1/2 (220.9 x 212.1 cm)

Estimate: $3000 / 5000

8411A Burlwood and Mixed Wood ShodanaComposed of three drawers above a large double-door compartment, additional hinged doors flanking a pair of sliding panels below, a bottom compartment with six small drawers inside, the paneled front veneered with warmly toned burl-wood contrasting with dark brown borders, fitted with brass mounts and hard-ware.53 x 43 1/2 x 20 5/8 inches (134.6 x 110.5 x 128.5 cm)


8412A TansuThe single chest constructed with four small drawers above a bottom-hinged panel, opening to reveal a large open compartment inside with shelves and two additional drawers, the dark heavily grained wood complimented by black lac-quered metal mounts and hardware.39 x 43 1/2 x 19 inches (99 x 110.5 x 48.3 cm)


8413A Pair of Painted Six-Panel Folding ScreensBoth painted with an animated battle scene depicting several figures on ships, horseback and foot with their various weapons drawn toward their enemies, all within a landscape of boldly rendered waterways meandering through lands of lush tree tops, one screen displaying a town deeply nestled within a green valley in the background; each with copper mounts and brackets to the thin wood frames.Each Panel: 67 1/2 x 22 3/4 inches (171.5 x 57.8 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

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8414A Painted Low Four-Panel Folding ScreenMeiji PeriodPainted in watercolor to depict an aerial view of fig-ures in palace compound against a golden tiled ground, signed ‘Hiroki Sanjin,’ dated to the year ‘koshi’ (possibly 1900), one seal to the lower left; brass bracket mounts to each corner.Each Panel: 36 x 18 1/2 inches (91.4 x 46.9 cm)


8415Annonymous: Buddha and the Sixteen ArhatsHanging scroll, ink and color on silk.48 1/4 x 22 3/4 inches (122.5 x 58 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8416Anonymous: Bodhisattva on a LionEdo PeriodHanging scroll, ink and color on paper.44 x 19 1/4 inches (111.8 x 48.9 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8417Anonymous: LandscapeEdo PeriodHanging scroll, ink on silk, the upper left with inscriptions, dated ‘Otsugai’ (possibly 1815), signed, four seals, with wood box.54 x 21 1/2 inches (137.2 x 54.6 cm)


8418Anonymous: An Erotic HandscrollInk and color on paper, comprising various erotic scenes in interior setting, most likely by two differ-ent artists.Approximately: 12 x 318 inches (30.5 x 807.5 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8419Anonymous: CalligraphyOriginally two poems now mounted as a hanging scroll, ink on paper, signed.Upper Section: 9 1/2 x 10 inches (24 x 25.4 cm)


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8420Unidentified Artist (19th C.): Winter LandscapeHanging scroll, ink and color on silk, the upper right with inscription, dated ‘Otsugai’ and signed, four seals; accompanied by original signed wood box with the artist’s signature and a seal.51 1/4 x 14 1/2 inches (130 x 37 cm)


8421Anonymous: CarpHanging scroll, ink and color on paper, the lower left signed ‘Soun,’ two seals.48 1/2 x 13 3/4 inches (123 x 35 cm)


8422Anonymous: Bird in Wisteria19th CenturyHanging scroll, ink and color on silk, the upper right titled, with inscriptions, signed ‘Kiyoshi,’ three seals.60 3/4 x 23 1/2 inches (154 x 59.7 cm)

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8423Anonymous: CalligraphyOriginally two letters now mounted as a hanging scroll. ink on silk, dated ‘Kishi,’ signed, three seals.11 x 16 1/4 inches (28 x 41.3 cm)


8424In the Style of Kano Tsunenobu (1636-1713): Bird and FlowersHanging scroll, ink and color on silk, with a signature ‘Tsunenobu,’ one seal.11 3/4 x 9 1/2 inches (29.5 x 24 cm)

Note: For similar subject matter by Kano Tsunenobu, please see the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Albums of Copies of Chinese Painting. Accession Number: 1974.224.1.31.


8425School of Kano Motonobu: Pine and PrunusHanging scroll, ink on paper, the lower right with one seal.42 1/2 x 17 3/4 inches (108 x 45 cm)


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8426Okada Hanko (1782-1846): Landscape and FiguresCirca 1837Hanging scroll, ink and color on silk, with inscription, dated ‘Teiyu’ (1837), signed ‘Hanko Denshuku,’ four seals; together with signed wood box dated ‘Showa Go Nen’ (1930), two seals.54 x 14 1/4 inches (137 x 36 cm)

Note: Okada Hanko, born Okada Shuku, is the son of Okada Beisan (1744-1820). Both of them are significant painters of Nanga genre (southern painting style).


8427Tani Buncho (1763-1841): LandscapeEdo PeriodHanging scroll, ink and color on silk, signed ‘Buncho,’ one seal.56 1/2 x 33 1/2 inches (143.5 X 85 cm)

Note: For another example of Tani Buncho’s landscape paintings, please see Bonhams, New Bond Street, Nov 11, 2010, Lot 332.


8428Kawase Hasui (1883-1957): Kozu, OsakaWoodblock print, framed and glazed, titled and dated 1924 in lower left margin, signed and sealed at the lower left scene; Watanabe publisher seal in the lower right margin.14 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches (36.8 x 24.1 cm)


8429Chiura Obata (1885-1975): Study of Pine and BranchesInk on paper, framed and glazed, unsigned.15 1/2 x 20 1/2 inches (40 x 52 cm)

Provenance: Acquired from the Hoover Gallery, San Francisco.

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

8430Chiura Obata (1885-1975): Snail and Calla LilyInk on paper, framed and glazed, the lower left signed in Romaji.14 3/4 x 19 1/4 inches (37.5 x 48.9 cm)

Estimate: $2000 / 3000

8431Chiura Obata (1885-1975): Upper Lyell Fork near Lyell GlacierWoodblock print, from the World Landscape Series, the lower left signed and dated 1930, one seal; the reverse numbered 24 in pencil and with the imprint of the Takamizawa Color-Print Studio, Japan.Image: 15 5/8 x 10 7/8 inches (39.7 x 27.6 cm)

Provenance: From a private Southern California collection. Originally acquired from an estate in Texas.

Note: For further information see ‘Obata’s Yosemite’, Yosemite Association, pl. 52.

Estimate: $1200 / 1500

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8435A Blue and White Porcelain JarJoseon Dynasty, 19th CenturyThe globular jar ascending from a recessed base to the raised and extended neck, painted in vibrant washes of underglaze cobalt blue with a single strid-ing four-clawed dragon chasing a flaming pearl amongst large swirling clouds within line borders at the neck.Height: 9 7/8 inches (25 cm)

Estimate: $1500 / 2000

8436Two Celadon Stoneware VasesKoryo DynastyThe first with wide shoulders rising to a trumpet neck and flattened rim, covered in an olive-green crackled glaze; the second of swollen ovoid form covered in a pale celadon crackled glaze.Tallest: 11 1/4 inches (28.5 cm)

Estimate: $800 / 1200

8437A Group of Three Celadon Stoneware BowlsKoryo DynastyThe first a conical bowl with impressed decorations of flowers to the interior; the second a conical bowl with a crackle glaze; the third a large bowl with painted decorations of fruits and flowers.Widest: 7 3/4 inches (19.6 cm)


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8438A Group of Five Celadon StonewaresKoryo DynastyComprising four cups: a lobed cup, two conical cups, an egg-shaped cup, and a small plate with painted decora-tion, all covered with a crackled cela-don glaze.Diameter of Plate: 4 5/8 inches (11.7 cm)


8439Attributed to Ji WoonYoung (1852-1935): LandscapeHanging scroll, ink and color on silk, with inscriptions and two seals read-ing ‘baeglyeon’ and ‘Ji Woonyoung’, accompanied by a wood box.50 x 14 5/8 inches (127 x 36.9 cm)


8440Attributed to Ji WoonYoung (1852-1935): LandscapeHanging scroll, ink and color on silk, with inscriptions and two seals read-ing ‘baeglyeon’ and ‘Ji Woonyoung’, with wood box.50 x 14 5/8 inches (127 x 36.9 cm)


8441A Persian Silver JarExecuted in repousse and chasing to depict animals, flowers and two identi-cal crests containing symmetrical scrolling flowers, all between upper and lower bands of overlapping flow-ers, the base displaying three marks in Farsi.Height: 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm); Weight: 16.6 Troy oz

Estimate: $1000 / 1500

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This auction is being conducted in compliance with section 2328 of the Commercial Code, section 535 of the Penal Code, and provisions of the California Civil Code.

Bonded pursuant to California Civil Code sec 1812.600 et seq. Bond # 70044066

ASIAN ARTS DISCLAIMER:We are aware of the many types of treatments and/or enhancements used today on jade. The purpose is to improve their appearance, i.e. color and/or clarity. Techniques like bleaching, dying and impregnation are just a few techniques known today. These treat-ments are not detectable using standard gemological procedures. Not all are permanent. Prospective buy-ers are therefore reminded that unless otherwise noted in the description(s),1 it must be assumed that some form of enhancement may have been used.

1 Accompanied by a laboratory report stating natu-ral, no evidence of treatment.

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PROPERTY MADE FROM OR CONTAINING MATERIALS FROM ENDANGERED OR PROTECTED SPECIESProperty that contains any percentage of material made or potentially made from endangered and/or other protected species of wildlife are, as a courtesy, marked in the catalogue with the symbol “ * ”. Michaan’s Auctions does not accept any responsibili-ty or liability for failing to mark such lots. Such material includes, but is not limited to, ivory, tortoise shell, crocodile skin, whalebone, rhinoceros horn, some species of coral and certain woods.

Prospective buyers are advised that several coun-tries completely prohibit importation of property made, all or in part, of proscribed materials. Some countries require special permits, such as a CITES permit, from the relevant regulating authority in the countries of exportation and importation as well. Potential buyers intending to import the property into another country should be familiar with the rel-evant customs laws and regulations prior to bidding on property containing wildlife material. Regulations may vary as the U.S. prohibits importation of articles containing material(s) from species it has designated endangered or threatened if the articles are less than 100 years old.

It shall be the potential buyer’s sole responsibili-ty to research and satisfy the requirements of any laws and regulations that apply to the import and export of property as described in the aforementioned paragraphs. Prospective buy-ers must also note that the inability or delay in obtaining permits, licenses or other permissions to import or export property containing poten-tially regulated wildlife material will not consti-tute a basis for rescission or cancellation of the sale of said property or the delay in payment of purchased items in accordance with the Conditions of Sale.

NO GUARANTEE OF AUTHENTICITY FOR CHINESE PAINTINGSCurrently, scholarship in the field of Chinese paint-ings precludes the ability to provide unqualified statements or opinions as to Authorship or date of execution. The terms for RESCISSION in the Conditions of Sale, (as set out on our internet site and in our catalogues) does not apply to Chinese paintings. However, if within twenty (20) days of thesale of any such lot, the original purchaser provides Michaan’s with both written notice that the lot is a forgery, and within seven (7) days after written notice, said purchaser returns the lot to us in the same condition as when sold and demonstrates to our satisfaction that the lot is a forgery, Michaan’s will rescind the sale and refund the purchase price

received to the original purchaser. “Forgery” for the purposes of this provision, is defined as a work cre-ated with the intent to deceive.

Definitions of Authorship:This is to qualify the relationship between the object and the named person in the catalogue. The follow-ing conventions for attribution are used by Michaan’s Auctions:

Giovanni Bellini: In our opinion a work by the art-ist. When the artist’s forename(s) is not known, a series of asterisks, followed by the surname of the artist, whether preceded by an initial or not, indi-cates that in our opinion the work is by the artists named.

Attributed to Giovanni Bellini: In our opinion probably a work by the artist but less certainty as to authorship is expressed than in the preceding category.

Studio of Giovanni Bellini: In our opinion a work by an unknown hand in the studio of the artist, which may or may not have been executed under the artist’s direction.

Circle of Giovanni Bellini: In our opinion a work by an as yet unidentified by distinct hand, closely associated with the named artist but not necessarily his pupil.

Style of ......; follower of Giovanni Bellini: In our opinion a work by a painter working in the art-ist’s style, contemporary or near contemporary, but not necessarily his pupil.

Manner of Giovanni Bellini: In our opinion a work in the style of the artist and of a later date.

after Giovanni Bellini: In our opinion a copy of a known work of the artist.

The term signed and/or dated and/or inscribed means that in our opinion the signature and/or date and/or inscription are from the hand of the artist.

The term bears a signature and/or date and/or inscription means that in our opinion the signature and/or date and/or inscription have been added by another hand.“bearing signature...”/”bearing date...”/”bearing inscription...” In our opinion the signature/date/inscription is by a hand other than that of the artist.

Typical Headings:

FURNITURE

George III Mahogany Chest of DrawersThird Quarter 18th Century

This heading, with date included, means that the

piece is, in our opinion, of the period indicated with no major alterations or restorations.

George III Mahogany Chest of DrawersThis heading, without the inclusion of the date, indicates that, in our opinion, the piece, while basically of the period, has undergone significant restoration and alteration.

George III Style Mahogany Chest of DrawersThe inclusion of the word “style” in the heading indicates that, in our opinion, the piece was made as an intentional reproduction of an earlier style.

BRONZES

Antoine-Louis BaryeThis heading indicates that the casting and patina-tion were done by the artist or with his direct authorization or supervsion.

Cast After a Model by Antoine-Louis BaryeThis heading indicates that the casting and patina-tion of a known Barye model were done by another, i.e., artisans at the F. Barbedienne or other foundry.

CERAMICS

Meissen Porcelain Cup and SaucerLate 19th Century

This states that the cup and saucer were made at the Meissen factory in the last quarter of the 19th Century.

Meissen Porcelain Cup and a SaucerLate 19th Century

Again, this states that the cup and saucer were made at the Meissen factory in the last quarter of the 19th Century, but it also indicates that the cup and saucer may not have been “born” together.

Meissen Porcelain Cup and SaucerCirca 1900

This states that the cup and saucer are of Meissen style, and although of the date specified, not necessar-ily made at the Meissen factory.

‘Meissen’ Porcelain Cup and a Saucer19th Century

This states that the cup and saucer are of Meissen style, and although of the date specified, not necessarily made at the Meissen factory.

Meissen Porcelain Cup and SaucerThe title without a specific date simply states that the pieces were made at the Meissen factory but does not specify when, implying that their age is questionable.

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Maximum Value to US $ 49 to US $ 199 to US $ 499 to US $ 999 to US $ 1999 to US $ 4999 to US $ 9999 to US $ 19999 and above

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