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Wed, Jan 11, 2023 12:00PM EST
Lot 137

Four Chinese Underglaze Underglaze Blue Porcelain Plates

Estimate: $300 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

probably Ming dynasty, comprising: three blue and white "Tree of Life" plates depicting rocks, bamboo, and grapes, and one plate with central swirl surrounded by floral bouquets, largest 1-1/4 x 6-7/8 in.

Note: Exhibited at the Oklahoma Center for Science & Arts, Kirkpatrick Center, Oklahoma City, February 1983 and Republic of the Philippines Ministry of Education and Culture National Museum, Rizal Park, Manila, April 1980; see online copy of list of Cultural Properties Registered, 101-85, 101-86, 101-88; (accompanied by labels 101-84, 101-85, 101-86) 

Condition

discoloration, scratching, spotting, fleabites to rim, accretion, hairlines, chips, anomalies (as made), wear to foot rim, adhesive residue, areas lacking glaze

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Private Collection, Weaverville, North Carolina