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Pair of covered ewers Linglong, Kangxi (1662–1722)

Estimate €1.500–3.000

Description

In export porcelain.

Blue decoration depicting foliate motifs.

Body and cover with 'devil's work' decoration.

Outer wall pierced in a honeycomb pattern and interior with foliate motifs.

China, Kangxi reign (1662–1722).

(minor restorations, slight chipping)

H.: 20.5 cm

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