Yixing Zisha Wares - 15th November 2011

Lot 341

A fine enamelled Yixing teapot and cover late 18th century

Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £800

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Description

A fine enamelled Yixing teapot and cover late 18th century, the square section body tapering towards the neck, one side decorated with a roundel of fish, the reverse with calligraphy, all above crashing waves, circular impressed mark to the base, 19.5cm. (2) Cf. The Mai Foundation, No. 34 for a similar example. Provenance: from the collection of Peter and Susan Wain.