Nguyen Phuc Ung Ai Royal Family Antiques Auction

Nguyen Phuc Ung Ai Royal Family Antiques Auction

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Nguyen Phuc Ung Ai Royal Family Antiques Auction

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The Royal Family of Vietnam,The estate of the Tran/Nguyen is being offered at public auction for the first time ever.There are generations of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese antiques in this auction

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Ming Dynasty Xuande Period Emperor's Cup

Lot # 1 (Sale Order: 1 of 116)      

Ming Dynasty Xuande Period (1426-1435) Blue & White Porcelain Emperor's Cup *Belonged to Le Thai To Estate* Only Two in Existance - This stunning piece is a Ming Dynasty ...moreblue and white porcelain emperor's cup, from the Xuande Period. This piece is the only one in existance, and belonged to Vietnamese Emperor Le Thai To, and was gifted to a member of the Hoang family, who later became part of a royal family of Vietnam. Le Loi, later known as Le Thai To, is one of the most famous figures of Vietnamese history, credited with defeating the Ming Army, ending the 4th Chinese Domination of Vietnam, and founding the Later Le Dynasty of Vietnam. After the defeat of the Ming army, the Xuande Emperor officially recognized Le Loi as the ruler of Vietnam, and in exchange Le Loi sent diplomatic messages to the Ming Imperial Court, promising Vietnam's loyalty as a vassal state of China. The cup is in excellent condition, and has the Ming Dynasty, Xuande Period six character mark on the bottom, in underglaze blue in double circles. The piece measures 3.25"H x 4" in diameter (across the top) x 2" in diameter (across the bottom).

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Ming Dynasty Wanli Period Porcelain Dish

Lot # 2 (Sale Order: 2 of 116)      

Vietnamese Ming Dynasty Wanli Period (1573-1620) Blue & White Porcelain Dish W/Koi Pond Scene - The dish has a blue underglaze and a koi pond scene. The piece is believed...more to be Ming Dynasty, from the Wanli period. Measures: 7" in diameter.

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Ming Dynasty Chenghua Period Porcelain Vase

Lot # 3 (Sale Order: 3 of 116)      

Ming Dynasty Chenghua Period (1465-1487) Blue & White Porcelain Vase W/"Thousand Antique" Design - This piece has a boulbous form and typical designs of Ming, Chenghua P...moreeriod style. The bottom of the vase has the Ming Dynasty, Chenghua Period six character mark in blue underglaze. Measures: 18"H x 28" in circumference (around the widest portion of the vase), and is in excellent condition.

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Royal Family Porcelain Gold Rimmed Teacups

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Royal Family Set of Blue and White Porcelain Gold Rimmed Teacups & Round Tray W/Underglazed Crabs & Lotus Design (Has Four Character Mark) - These pieces are made of whit...moree porcelain and have a blue underglaze depicting a lovely scene of a pair of crabs among lotus flowers. The crab symbolizes a wish to have many children so that the family can be expanded and prolonged. The cups are finished with gold rims, a practice that was only done for royal family commissioned pieces. Selected vessels were finished with rims of silver or gold as early as the Han dynasty to set them apart from the ordinary and to make them suitable for high class clients. Measurements: Cups-2.5" diameter x 1.75"H, tray-4.5" diameter.

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Qing Dynasty Emperor's Porcelain Guqin

Lot # 4A (Sale Order: 5 of 116)      

Qing Dynasty Yongzheng Period Emperor's Porcelain Guqin W/Dragon & Phoenix Chasing Flaming Pearl (Nguyen Dynasty) - This magnificent, museum quality piece was personally ...moreowned by Nguyen Phuc Anh, who was the Gia Long Emperor of Vietnam. This was known as a barbaric period in Vietnamese culture. This instrument was played for the Nguyen Lords. It bears the Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Period marking, and is in excellent to mint condition. The piece was later gifted to another member of the Nguyen family who buried it for safe keeping during the war. This piece, among many others, were later excavated from the Earth and has been in the Tran family for generations. This is a piece that should truly be in a Vietnamese museum of history. The piece measures 30.75"L x 6"W.

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Hand Carved Monumental Room Divider W/Jade Inlay

Lot # 4B (Sale Order: 6 of 116)      

Vietnamese Emperor's (Nguyen Phuc Ung Ai) Wood Monumental Screen W/Imperial White, Green & Red Jade Dragon Inlay, Bat & Peach Motif, & Longevity Character (Has Four Chara...morecter Mark in Gilt Gold) From Palace- This spectacular piece was elaborately hand carved out of solid wood. This stunning room divider screen has an overall dragon motif, with five clawed dragons in inlaid vibrant white, mutton phat and green jades, chasing the flaming pearl. The dragons have five claws, which indicates that this piece was made for the empire and the royal family, as the five clawed dragon is known to symbolize the Emperor. The dragon also has blood red imperial jade set into the piece. The red jade piece measures approximately 5/8" in diameter, the first wooden panel of the screen has a 34" long high reliefe White Jade dragon, the second panel has a 34" white jade dragon, the center panel has a green a white jade scene with grushed 24K gold powder that measures 38" long and the two outer panels each also have a 34" white jade dragon. The dragons and scene are all very high relief, and raise off of the screen approximately 2" (at highest point). This piece was in the palace in Vietnam and was placed behind Emperor Nguyen Phuc Ung Ai royal throne. The background of the screen has been carved with scrolled clouds throughout, and geometrical accents bordering each of the five panels. In the center of the piece near the bottom you can see the longevity character, which is bordered by a scene on each side of five bats among peach branches. Peaches are known as omens of longevity and harbingers of happiness, and flowering peach branches are believed to ward off evil. Peaches were widely used to decorate imperial pieces for preceding emperors. The five bats are representative of five blessings: longevity, health, wealth, virtue, and natural death. The screen is accented with gilt gold details, and bears a four character mark in gilt gold, at the top center of the piece. This is an amazing investment piece that truly belongs in a museum, and this quality Imperial Jade can no longer be found. The screen measures a massive 120"W x 93"H x 10"D, and is in stunning condition. This piece is a lost treasure of Vietnam, and truly belongs in a museum of history. This piece has never been offered at auction.

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7ctw Diamond, 18K & 15mm South Sea Pearl Necklace

Lot # 4C (Sale Order: 7 of 116)      

7ctw VS1-VVS/White & Fancy Yellow Diamond, 14mm-15mm AA South Sea & Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace W/18K Rose & White Gold - This piece is made of solid 18K white and ro...morese gold, and has approximately 7ctw of genuine VS1-VVS2 fiery white and vibrant, Fancy Yellow diamonds. The pearls are all AA Genuine South Sea Pearls. Each pearl is 14mm-14mm in diameter. The necklace then has a diamond adorned solid 18K yellow gold glasp. This truly is a magnicifent piece made for royalty. The pearls are "Pas Paley Pearls", this is the same company who provides pearls to Tiffany and Mikimoto. They have the finest pearls in the world, and if you were to see this necklace in a store it would cost over $200,000. The diamonds are of the highest investment quality, the gold is 18k white, rose and yellow and the pearls are investment quality as you will never see 14-15mm White and Golden South Sea Pearls all in the same piece. This is truly the find of a lifetime. This piece comes with a $200,000 appraisal that will come in the successfull bidder's name for insurance purposes. Measures: 16" in length, and the suspended pieces measure from 1"-1.5" in length (as they hand off of the piece). South Sea pearls are the most valuable, and rare pearls in the world. You simply do not see them in this size, or quality, as they do not exist. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own an investment quality piece of epic measures. PLEASE NOTE: This piece comes with a $200,000 appraisal that will be in the new buyer's name for insurance purposes. It will also come with a copy of the general written family provenance.

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8.27ctw VS1 GIA Diamond & 18K Ring (10.27ctw)

Lot # 4D (Sale Order: 8 of 116)      

8.27ct VS1/Fancy Brown/Yellow GIA Certified Diamond, 2ctw Genuine VS1 White Diamonds & Solid 18K White & Yellow Gold Ring (Nguyen Family Owned) - This piece stunning piec...moree came from the Royal Nguyen family jewelry collection, and has never been offered at auction. This piece was custom made for the grand-daughter of the Empress. It is made of solid 18K white gold, and has yellow gold accents. The center diamond is a 8.27ct Natural GIA certified "Brownish/Yellow" diamond solitaire, and the ring is then further decorated with genuine VS1-VS2/D-F fiery white diamonds. We will not publish the GIA report number (for privacy reasons). If you would like to view the report, please email us at: Brigitte@gwsauctions.com. The family sent the ring to GIA to prove its quality, as you will never find another natural diamond of this size, color or clarity. This piece was made for Royalty. The ring has a stunning double-shank design, diamond lined shoulders and a stunning foliate and floral filigree undercarriage. Ring sz. 6.5 (13.6 Grams) PLEASE NOTE: This piece comes with a $300,000 appraisal that will be in the new buyer's name for insurance purposes. It will also come with a copy of the general written family provenance.

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Royal 88.50ctw Green Jade,Diamond & 14K Necklace

Lot # 4E (Sale Order: 9 of 116)      

88.50ctw Genuine Translucent Imperial Color Green Jade Pierced Disk & Solid 14K White Gold Imperial Necklace W/VVS Diamond Accents (Not Dyed) - This stunning piece is ma...morede of 88.50ctw genuine, Imperial color green jade. The jade disks are translucent and are not dyed. You simply cannot find this kind of jade anywhere in the world anymore, as it no longer exists. The Asian culture believes that jade is more valuable than gold or diamonds. This piece was gifted to a member of the Nguyen family by a high ranking Chinese official. The necklace has a graduated design as the disks range from 12.5mm-19.3mm each in diameter. Each pierced disk has a VVS/F-G diamond accented center. This truly is a piece made for royalty out of the finest, natural materials that you can find in the world. A similar necklace recently sold in a Hong Kong auction for over $800,000, and was not linked to a Royal Family. This piece is truly priceless. It is made of solid 14K white gold. Weighs: 42.80 Grams. PLEASE NOTE: This piece comes with a $450,000 appraisal that will be in the new buyer's name for insurance purposes. It will also come with a copy of the general Nguyen written family provenance. This piece was also made exclusively for the Nguyen Family.

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Coralized Porcelain Jin Chan From Shipwreck

Lot # 5 (Sale Order: 10 of 116)      

Coralized Polychrome Glazed Porcelain Three Legged Jin Chan Recovered From Shipwreck - This piece displays a great use of powder blue and pastel pink colors, and represen...morets wishes for good fortune. This piece was recovered from a Southeastern Asia shipwreck. The toad has become coralized, suggesting it was hidden under the sea for several hundred years before being discovered. The legend of Jin Chan dates back to the 10th century, when Liu Hai, a fabled Chinese alchemist learned the secret of immortality from the Jin Chan, and became an immortal. Measures: 15"L x 10"H x 12"W (approximately).

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Nguyen Dynasty Qing Period Imperial Palace Vase

Lot # 6 (Sale Order: 11 of 116)      

Nguyen Dynasty Imperial Large Blue & White Porcelain Palace Vase W/Dragon & Phoenix Designs (Has Qing Marks) - This piece has a wooden finial top finished with cinibar la...morecquer & gilt gold. The piece is adorned with Phoenix & five claw dragon designs, suggesting it was made for royalty. This piece also has emperor's names from the Qing Dynasty written on it. It is a beautiful depiction of Imperial Vietnamese history. There is one other piece in exhistance similar to this piece, that is owned by another royal family of Vietnam. We assumed that it was a one of a kind piece, but upon discovering this piece, we found out that this is the other "missing" piece of the pair. This piece belongs to the Nguyen Royal Family. Measures: 63"H (with lid on) x 65" circumference.

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Vietnamese Blue & White Porcelain Fish Bowl

Lot # 7 (Sale Order: 12 of 116)      

Large Vietnamese Blue & White Porcelain Fish Bowl W/Four Dragon Roundels - This piece shows great attention to detail. The bowl is white porcelain with cobalt blue underg...morelaze, with four dragon roundels in two variations. The first roundel depicts a three clawed dragon in scrolling clouds, and the second depicts a four clawed dragon in the same scrolling clouds, this time grasping the flaming pearl in his claws. The bowl also has scrolling wave designs around the base, and geometric pattern accents. Measures: 22"H x 25.75"W (diameter across the top) x 77" in circumference.

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Antique Hardstone Chinese Zodiac Bracelet

Lot # 8 (Sale Order: 13 of 116)      

Antique Hand Carved Hardstone Chinese Zodiac Bracelet - This antique piece was hand carved out of hardstone, and has the Chinese zodiac characters around the perimeter. M...moreeasures: 3" diameter, 14mm wide, 4mm thick.

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16.97ct VVS2/Y-Z GIA Certified Diamond Plat. Ring

Lot # 8A (Sale Order: 14 of 116)      

16.97ct Genuine VVS2/Faint Yellow Y-Z GIA Certified Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire in Solid Platinum Setting W/0.80ctw Genuine VS/G-H White Diamond Accents - This stunning...more piece was designed for the grandaughter of the Emperor. It is made of solid platinum, and has a 19.97ct VVS2/Y-Z natural emerald cut diamond solitaire. The ring is delicately finished with (2) 0.40ct each side VS fiery white diamond accents. This ring comes with a GIA report, which is available by email request: Brigitte@gwsauctions.com. The ring comes with a $750,000 appraisal that will be in the new buyer's name for insurance purposes, and the buyer will also receive a copy of the general family provenance. This ring is like nothing else you will ever see again, as it is one of the rarest diamonds in the world. It is truly magnificent, and is museum quality.

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14.02ct GIA VS2 Fancy Yellow Diamond Plat. Ring

Lot # 8B (Sale Order: 15 of 116)      

14.02ct GIA Certified VS2 Natural Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Solid Platinum Ring W/1.80ctw Genuine VS Diamond Shield Cut Diamond Accents - This stunning piece was d...moreesigned for the grandaughter of the Emperor. It is made of solid platinum, and has a 14.02ct VS2 Natural Fancy Yellow radiant cut diamond solitaire. The ring is delicately finished with (2) 0.90ct each shield-cut, side VS fiery white diamond accents. This ring comes with a GIA report, which is available by email request: Brigitte@gwsauctions.com. The ring comes with a $775,000 appraisal that will be in the new buyer's name for insurance purposes, and the buyer will also receive a copy of the general family provenance. This ring is like nothing else you will ever see again, as it is one of the rarest diamonds in the world. It is truly magnificent, and is museum quality.

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15.00ctw VVS2/H GIA Certified Diamond Plat. Ring

Lot # 8C (Sale Order: 16 of 116)      

15.00ctw VVS2/H GIA Certified Emerald-Cut Diamond & Solid Platinum Ring (7.48ct Solitaire/7.52ctw Eternity Band Accents)- This stunning piece was designed for the grandau...moreghter of the Emperor. It is made of solid platinum, and has a 7.48ct VVS2/H emerald cut diamond solitaire. The ring has an eternity style band that is finished with (17) approximate 0.44ct each VVS2-VS1/G-H emerald-cut diamonds that are set all the way around the band. This ring comes with a GIA report for the center diamond, which is available by email request: Brigitte@gwsauctions.com. The ring comes with a $725,000 appraisal that will be in the new buyer's name for insurance purposes, and the buyer will also receive a copy of the general family provenance. This ring is like nothing else you will ever see again, as it is one of the rarest diamonds in the world. It is truly magnificent, and is museum quality.

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Antique Hand Carved Hardstone Chilong Bracelet

Lot # 9 (Sale Order: 17 of 116)      

Antique Hand Carved Hardstone Bracelet W/Chilong Designs - Measures: 3.5" diameter, 8mm wide....more

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Sapp., Diamond, Ruby,AAA 14K Necklace W/3 Dragons

Lot # 10 (Sale Order: 18 of 116)      

2.50ctw Near Flawless Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 17mm AAA Pearl & Solid 14K Yellow Gold Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace of Three Dragons W/Flaming Pearls - This stunning p...moreiece is made of solid 14k yellow gold, and has 2.50ctw genuine near flawless royal blue sapphires. The piece depicts three dragons, and the center dragon has captured "The flaming Pearl." The pearl is a stunning AAA 17mm Natural Pearl, and is surrounded by fiery white diamonds. The other two dragons rest nicely on the collar, and are resting on lotus flowers that are embellished with sapphires and genuine diamonds. The eyes of the dragons are made of genuine rubies, and are channel-set into the piece. The necklace has a stunning multi-strand design, and is truly the work of a master. This piece was made for the empire, and has been in the Nguyen family for over 40 years. Measures: 28" in length (including hanging centerpiece with dragon holding the flaming pearl). Weighs: 131 Grams

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Chinese Sui Dynasty Terracotta 20" Burial Horse

Lot # 11 (Sale Order: 19 of 116)      

Ancient Chinese Sui Dynasty Terracotta 20" Burial Horse Circa 581-604 AD *NO RESTORATION* - This amazing specimen is an ancient terracotta burial horse,. The piece was ma...morede during the Sui Dynasty of China, and is believed to be circa 581-604 AD. The horse measures 20"H x 13"L x 7.5"W, and is all original, with no restoration. The piece has visible root deposits, further alluding to it's age. Similar pieces, in less favorable condition have sold at auction for $25,000 and higher. This piece was purchased by our client from Anthony J. Allen, Chinese antiques expert and five time author of books about authenticating Chinese antiques.

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Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Porcelain Horse

Lot # 12 (Sale Order: 20 of 116)      

Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Tri-Colored Porcelain Horse Circa 907 AD - This piece is a Sancai glazed porcelain horse statuette, made during the Tang Dynasty of China. The ...morepiece was discovered in Xiam Province, China, and is believed to be circa 907 AD. The powerful horse rests on a rectangular plinth gazing straignt with mouth open. The piece shows wonderful attention to detail, with flared nostrils, expressive eyes and pricked ears. The horse is in excellent condition for its age. The piece measures 18"H x 6.5"W x 18.5"L. Please note: there is miinor restoration on the plinth block only. Similar, less detailed horses of this type have sold at other auctions for over $30,000.

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Northern Tang Dynasty 18" Terracotta Horse

Lot # 13 (Sale Order: 21 of 116)      

Northern Tang Dynasty (618 AD-907 AD) Low Fired 18" Terracotta Burial Horse - This piece is from a private collection in Gongxian, Henan Province, China, and was purchase...mored by our client from Wen Chang, New York in 1996. The horse measures 18" tall x 18.5" long x 6" wide. The piece is in excellent, museum quality condition with no significant damage, and visible cold paint remaining.

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Ming Dynasty Pair of 35" Tomb Attendants

Lot # 13A (Sale Order: 22 of 116)      

Ming Dynasty Pair of Monumental 35" Terracotta Tomb Attendants W/Thermoluminecence Report - This stunning find is a monumental pair of Ming Dynasty terracotta tomb attend...moreants. The pleasant faced attendants are dressed in tunics and long gowns with long sleeves, with their hands in front of chest caressing attributes for use in the afterlife. This pair are beautifully glazed in turquoise, blue and cream colors highlighted by original black pigments, a superior feature not often found on these works of art and representative of an important tomb which deserved highest quality pottery votive representations. The heads are dettachable as often seen on the largest figures from this period. Important large-scale sculptures such as these were placed in tombs of the elite and wealthy as significant accompaniment in the after life. These tomb attendants are the most important items found in a tomb. Condition: Superb, completely original and intact with finely preserved glazes and pigments. The set will come with a Thermoluminecence Report from Laboratory Kotalla, dating the pieces to be approx. 520 years old. Each statue measures: 35"H x 9.5W" x 7.5"D

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16ctw Tourmaline, 2ctw Diamond 14K Gold Necklace

Lot # 13B (Sale Order: 23 of 116)      

16ctw Watermelon & Green Tourmaline, 2ctw VS1-VS2/G-H Diamond & Solid 14K Yellow & White Gold Semi-Bib Cocktail Necklace - This stunning piece is made of solid 14K yellow...more gold, and has white gold accented beaded insert partitions. The piece also has 2ctw VS diamond accents that are also set in solid white gold, as only the finest diamonds are set in white gold. The tourmalines are all near flawless, and have stunning facet work. This piece was made for the grandaughter of the Empress, and belongs to a member of the Nguyen family. The necklace has a scalloped design that graduates toward the center of the piece. The centerpiece is bib style and the tourmalines are suspended from the piece. There are also round-cut tourmalines that are tension set into the piece, as well as some that are set in four prong settings. This piece is truly magnificent, and was made for Royalty. Measures: 18" (Weighs: 52 Grams). PLEASE NOTE: This piece comes with a $45,000 appraisal, and a copy of the general collection provenance.

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12ct Flawless Red Tourmaline 18K Gold Ring W/Diam

Lot # 13C (Sale Order: 24 of 116)      

12.00ct Flawless Rubelite Red Tourmaline & Solid 18K White Gold Ring W/1.50ctw Genuine VS1-VS2/F-G Diamond Accents- This lovely ring is made of solid 14K white gold, has ...morea stunning 12.00ct Rubelite Red Tourmaline and is finished with an additional 1.50ctw genuine diamond accents. This magnificent, one of a kind piece was made for a member of the Nguyen Royal Family. The piece is absolutely breathtaking, and truly embodies high quality and sophistication. This is a true investment piece, as rubellite is one of the most popular gems on the market today, and this particular rubellite is a true raspberry color, with no color shift. Rubellites of this size are becoming harder and harder to come by, and when you can find them, they are usually grainy and heavily included. These types of Tourmalines can usually only be found in upper-end or collector's markets. This stone is a massive 12.00ct, and would wholesale for over $3000 per carat, as you simply cannot find rubellite of this size and quality anymore, as it no longer exists. This is the only rubelite we have ever seen of this color, clarity and quality. This piece will also come with a $45,000 appraisal from a third party, GIA Certified gemologist for insurance purposes. Ring sz. 6.5. WEIGHT: 16 grams. PLEASE NOTE: This piece comes with a $45,000 appraisal that will be in the new buyer's name for insurance purposes. It will also come with a copy of the general Nguyen written family provenance.

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Ming Dynasty Wucai Glazed Porcelain Dish

Lot # 14 (Sale Order: 25 of 116)      

Ming Dynasty Tianqi Period Wucai Glazed Porcelain Dish of Hexagonal Form W/Tianqi Reign Mark & Wax Export Seal - This porcelain dish was made during the Ming Dynasty of C...morehina, and has the four character Tianqi mark, which is rare for pieces of this period. The piece is decorated with a traditional wucai glaze with scholar and servants in a garden setting. The dish has a hexagonal form, and the outer edge is decorated with cranes in flight and floral motifs. The inner six edges are also decorated with matching motifs. On the back of the dish under the reign mark you will also see that the dish is stamped with an old export customs permission wax seal, needed to export antique artifacts from China. The dish is in excellent condition with no cracks or restoration. The dish measures 8"L x 6.25"W x 1.5"H.

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