Important Maryland Private Collection | September 10, 2025
Wed, Sep 10, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 512
Two Chinese Porcelain Vases, Converted to Lamps
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for
$900
Sold Price excludes BP
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 |
18th/19th century, both wired for electricity, comprising: rouleau form vase with yellow ground, openwork blossom finial, 35-1/8 x 7-1/4 x 7-1/4 in.; baluster form vase with white ground, 26-1/2 x 9-3/8 x 9-3/8 in.
Provenance: (yellow ground vase) Sotheby's New York, April 22, 1995, lot 16, sold for $4,600 (accompanied by copy of listing); Property From An Important Estate, Maryland
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(yellow ground vase) Sotheby's New York, April 22, 1995, lot 16, sold for $4,600 (accompanied by copy of listing); Property From An Important Estate, Maryland
good overall condition, not tested for functionality, anomalies as made, minimal enamel loss; yellow ground example with area of repair and retouch to lip (see blacklight photos); white ground example with cut wires 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.
