Bottle vase - Porcelain - China - Wanli (1572-1619) - Insects

A lovely large antique Chinese porcelain bottle vase with a central decoration of panels with Insects, Peonies and Chrysanthemum in Rock Landscapes, Ruyi heads and different types of dots and lines and ribbons, covered in a nice underglaze blue and white glaze. Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China during the Ming dynasty, Wanli (1572-1619) period (late 1500's). On the backside a typical unglazed foot, showing age and material. Guaranteed original and of the stated period. The large high quality silver lid is presumably from the 17th century (1640's), although the later hallmark is bearing the year letter Y, corresponding to 1933. Height: 31,8 centimeter Condition: The object is in very good condition, no damages or restorations visible, the top is grounded down for the old large silver fitting. The condition is carefully checked with strong UV-light and bright translucent white light. Shipping method: This lot will be securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand. Buy multiple lots from this seller and save on shipping costs, for multiple lots you’ll pay the shipping costs only once.

Estimate:$1,874

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