A famille rose vase , Qing dynasty, 19th century with Qianlong sealmark in red.
Of baluster shape, rising to a slightly everted rim. The exterior decorated with reserves depicktion bird couples in blooming foliage against tones of iron-red in imitation of a swirling wood grain, scattered overall with 'ball flowers'. Height 38 cm. A wooden stand accompanies the lot.
Alkuperä - Provenienssi
From the Collection of a Swedish Connoisseur, Stockholm.
Muut tiedot
Purchased in Zürich, 1957.
The collection is a study collection, accumulated during a lifetime. The collector operated within the field of oriental works of art. Due to his knowledge and sense of quality he was of great help to many of the members on Kinaklubben (The China Club) with members such as the Swedish Crown Prince Gustav Adolf, Emil Hultmark and Carl Kempe. The collection is mainly acquired in Sweden and London.