A set of ten Chinese export porcelain rice bowls and saucers from the Nanking Cargo, c.1750 (20)
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ZAR 65 000 - 80 000
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Starting at ZAR 55 000
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Cape Town
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About this Item
A set of ten Chinese export porcelain rice bowls and saucers from the Nanking Cargo, c.1750 (20)
(bowl) height: 6cm; diameter: 11cm; (saucer) height: 3,5cm; diameter: 17cm
Notes
Part of the celebrated “Nanking Cargo” recovered from the wreck of the Dutch East Indiaman Geldermalsen, which sank in the South China Sea in 1751. Decorated with flying geese, a traditional symbol associated with fidelity, seasonal change and long-distance travel.
Provenance
Lot 2639, Amsterdam Auction Hilton Hotel, Christie’s, May 1986.
Private Collection.
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