Lot 622
A SANCAI-GLAZED MOULDED ‘FLORAL’ CUP Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907)
D: 9.6 cm
H: 3.5 cm
The interior of the cup is applied with a running yellow glaze while the exterior a green-glazed moulded pattern, a typical style of metal utensils. With a cylindrical body tapering toward the bottom, the cup has the feature of gold and silver wares from the Tang Dynasty. This cup of moderate size and weight looks both dignified and delicate. When held in hand, its rim presses on one’s hand, fitting perfectly with the hand shape. The exterior and the base is moulded with interlaced floral patterns with a lotus flower in the center of the base, making this well-preserved cup colorful and lovely.
Estimate
TWD 200,000-280,000
HKD 51,000-72,000
USD 6,600-9,300
Sold Price
Private collection, Asia
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Ravenel Spring Auction 2017
Saturday, June 3, 2017, 4:00pm