ASIAN ARTS - IN PREPARATION

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CHINA. A rhinoceros horn libation cup with carved and openwork decoration of magnolia branches, flowers and leaves forming the base and running up the body, subtly evoking a flower. Minor damage. 6 x 9 x 8 cm. - 92 g. 18th-19th century. CITES certificate pending.

CHINA. TAIBAI ZUN porcelain water pot with a "peach skin" glaze, domed sides topped by a small narrow neck and decorated with three medallions housing stylized dragons. Apocryphal Kangxi mark with six characters under the base, tiny chip. 10 x 12.5 cm