14th Nov, 2014 9:00 GMT/BST
Autumn Fine Art Sale
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A Pair of Chinese Provincial Porcelain Vases, 16th century, of baluster form with trumpet necks and
Though provincial, these vases follow the form and decoration of the Percival David Vases, dated 1351, now in the British Museum. For a vase of similar shape dated to the mid 16th century see Bonhams, Fine Chinese Art, 16.5.13, lot 58A
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Sold for £20,000
Estimated at £5,000 - £7,000
Cracks to lower terminals on handles. Typical fritting, firing flaws and surface wear throughout. 281014
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