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Asian Art | June 10, 2025

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Objects sourced from private collections and deaccessioned from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Items include a wucai gu form phoenix vase, a large baluster jar with lid, Qing dynasty painting of pheasants amongst prunus blossom and peonies by a rocky outcropping. From a family whose ancestor was a missionary to China, an archaistic Hu form vase with a Qianlong reign mark. A pair of large impressive open work porcelain vases with Kangxi reign marks. Thankgas, Japanese woodblocks, a large collection of jade figures and snuff bottles. Interior painted snuff bottle by Chen Zohngsan.
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Lot 12

Pair Chinese Pewter Phoenix Figures

Estimate: $400 - $600
Starting Bid
$200

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circa 1900, constructed of pewter with glass accents on tail feathers, glass eyes, red painted elements at heads and under tail feathers, each beak suspending a flower, feet resting on green painted rock, resting on Ming style platforms with reticulated elements, signature under wings, wings and tail feathers detach, 14 x 9 x 7 in.

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scattered loss to painted surfaces, possible solder repair to legs, scratching to surface, possible missing a third element coming off tail feathers (extra hole) Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.