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Asian Arts | January 12, 2023

Thu, Jan 12, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 385

Set of Six Japanese Enamel Decorated Kutani Sake Cups

Estimate: $200 - $400

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

19th century, each of tapered cylindrical form with flared and scalloped lip, interiors with iron red floral and scrollwork decoration with gilt rims and highlights, teal exteriors with black and yellow floral and foliate decoration, fuku (good fortune/happiness) marks to bases, 2-1/2 x 2-3/4 in. diameter

Provenance: Sold to benefit the William King Museum of Art, Abingdon, Virginia

Condition

surface dirt and accretion, some fading and losses to enamel decoration and gilding, glaze crazing and some small chips to rim exteriors, typical light wear to bases

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