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A blue and white 'floral' kendi — 清康熙 青花開光花卉紋壺

A blue and white 'floral' kendi

清康熙 青花開光花卉紋壺

A blue and white floral kendi from the Qing Kangxi period (清康熙 青花開光花卉紋壺) showcases refined porcelain painting and form. The work combines functional design with decorative floral cartouches characteristic of high-quality imperial porcelain. The kendi form reflects trade ceramics produced for domestic and export markets.

🔨 Auction Lot

CHINA / 5000 YEARS

June 17, 2022

Estimate: $1,500$2,500

Lot 14

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A blue and white 'floral' kendi, 清康熙 青花開光花卉紋壺

A blue and white floral kendi from the Qing Kangxi period (清康熙 青花開光花卉紋壺) showcases refined porcelain painting and form. The work combines functional design with decorative floral cartouches characteristic of high-quality imperial porcelain. The kendi form reflects trade ceramics produced for domestic and export markets.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Kendi, Porcelain, Traditional, Qing Dynasty, Decorative, Vessel, Ceramic, Blue And White, Floral, Chinese