Asian Art I - 12th November 2014

Lot 107

A Chinese celadon jade melon-shaped libation cup early Ming dynasty

Estimate £5,000 - £6,000

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Description

A Chinese celadon jade melon-shaped libation cup early Ming dynasty, the handle carved as leafy branches extending to a flowerhead at the base, with reticulated flowers, melon and a squirrel above, 15.5cm.

Provenance: formerly in the collection of the Danish Royal family.