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Chinese Export Jesuit Ware Resurrection Teacup
Estimate:
$400 - $500
Sold
$200
Live Auction
December 16th, 2023 Gallery Auction l Paintings, Furniture, Decorative Arts, and Fine Rugs
Category
Description
Qianlong Era, circa 1740-50 "The Resurrection of Christ," executed in en grisaille enamels with gilt accents and monogram letters "MES," and gilt spearhead border, image taken from one the many prints of the subject, taken from the Gospels, showing Christ triumphant and the sleeping soldiers, 2 1/2 in. H. This and other Jesuit Ware was produced in vast amounts during this period, as the Qianlong emperor heavily cracked down on the practice of Christianity in this era.
Condition
Firing flaw on rim otherwise good condition