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A pair of baluster vases with covers
Estimate €4.500–9.000
178
Pair of tureens with stand Jianqing (1796–1820)
Estimate €2.000–3.000
Description
In export porcelain.
Polychrome decoration, gilded and in rouge-de-fer depicting flowers and ribbons with garlands. Cover in high relief depicting roses.
China, Jiaqing reign (1796–1820)
(one cover with minor restorations to the rim, handles and spouts restored, slight wear to the polychrome and gilding)
13.5x24.5x21cm (tureen); 30x25cm (platter)
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