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A copper-red and underglaze-blue 'qilin' vase — 清十八/十九世紀 青花釉裏紅麒麟圖長頸瓶

A copper-red and underglaze-blue 'qilin' vase

清十八/十九世紀 青花釉裏紅麒麟圖長頸瓶

This copper-red and underglaze-blue 'qilin' vase from the Qing dynasty (18th-19th century) showcases the technical mastery required to achieve the difficult copper-red glaze. The mythical qilin motif symbolizes auspiciousness and was highly valued in Chinese porcelain decoration.

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A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Part 3

November 1, 2022

Estimate: $10,000$15,000

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A copper-red and underglaze-blue 'qilin' vase, 清十八/十九世紀 青花釉裏紅麒麟圖長頸瓶

This copper-red and underglaze-blue 'qilin' vase from the Qing dynasty (18th-19th century) showcases the technical mastery required to achieve the difficult copper-red glaze. The mythical qilin motif symbolizes auspiciousness and was highly valued in Chinese porcelain decoration.

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Mythical Creature, Underglaze Blue, Ornate, Historic, Decorative Arts, Qilin, Blue And Red, Copper-Red, Ceramic vase, Chinese