Yixing Zisha Wares - 15th November 2011

Lot 42

Two hexagonal Yixing teapots and covers late 17th century

Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £380

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Description

Two hexagonal Yixing teapots and covers late 17th century, both decorated with panels of dragons chasing flaming pearls on a diaper ground, metal replacements, 20.5cm max. (4) Provenance: the Arthur J Harris collection. Illustrated: Patrice Valfré, Yixing: Teapots for Europe, no.203 (left teapot).