1494 of 495 lots
1494a
Chinese Export Urn Mysterieuse Basket Stand
Estimate:
$800 - $1,000
Sold
$600
Live Auction
June 10th, 2023 Gallery Auction l Paintings, Furniture, Decorative Arts, and Fine Rugs
Description
Jiaqing Era, circa 1800; reticulated border with decoration executed in polychrome enamels, central medallion design inspired by the 1793 print titled "L'Urne Myst�rieuse", depicting the negative profiles of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette, surmounted by the profiles of their two children, the Dauphin (future Louis XVII) and Madame Royal (future Duchess of Angouleme). 10 3/4 in. L. 9 1/2 in. W. Literature: David Howard and John Ayres; �China for the West - Chinese Porcelain and other decorative arts export illustrated from the Mottahedeh Collection�; vol. I; p.247; n� 242.
Condition
Age appropriate wear Additional comments added on 6/5/23: No cracks, chips or repairs; good condition.