A pair of Chinese blue and white Lotus porcelain vases, Wanli period, 1573-1619

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ZAR 72 075
Lot 139
  • A pair of Chinese blue and white Lotus porcelain vases, Wanli period, 1573-1619
  • A pair of Chinese blue and white Lotus porcelain vases, Wanli period, 1573-1619


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ZAR 12 000 - 15 000
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ZAR 72 075
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Cape Town
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A pair of Chinese blue and white Lotus porcelain vases, Wanli period, 1573-1619
(1) height: 20cm; diameter: 21cm (2) height: 18,5cm; diameter: 23cm

Notes

Of lobed globular form, each painted in underglaze blue with dense scrolling lotus. The lotus is a powerful symbol of purity and spiritual renewal in Chinese culture, as it blooms cleanly from muddy water and is closely associated with Buddhist ideals.

Provenance

Private Collection.



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