1431
A Pair of Chinese Export Nanking Cargo Jars
Estimate:
$1,500 - $2,000
Sold
$7,500
Live Auction
December 10th, 2022 Gallery Auction l Paintings, Furniture, Decorative Arts, & Fine Rugs
Category
Description
Qianlong Era, circa 1751 blue and white paneled jars with floral spray decoration, probably from the Dutch trade ship "Geldermalsen" which sank in storm in 1751. 14 in. H.
Condition
Additional comments added on 12/7/2022: These have wear from over 2 centuries of high salt water exposure. There is no breaks or repairs
Additional comments added on 11/29/2022: These have the wear from salt water exposure. There does not appear to be any cracks or repairs
Condition is as being submerged in sea water for over 200 years
Provenance
The cargo of the Geldermalsen was sold at Christie's Holland in 1986.
