China, 16th - 17th century. Freely painted in underglaze blue, iron-red as well as yellow, aubergine and green enamels to depict three horses and eight Buddhist treasures. Seal mark ‘FU’ to base.
Provenance: Anton Exner, Vienna (1882 - 1952). Walter Exner, Germany (1911-2003). The Asia Museum, Bad Wildungen. Galerie Zacke, 1991. Private collection Vienna.
Published: Galerie Zacke, Keramik, Skulpturen, Porzellan, Malerei, April 9th - May 4th, 1991, lot 41.
Condition: One single hairline extends through about half of the vase, but the vessel was not broken. Besides the hairline we see the usual firing imperfections and wear. The lid has some chipping, one with an old repair, and extensive wear. Given its high age, this piece still comes in a fine and well presentable condition.
Weight: 4.3 kilograms.
Dimensions: Height 41 cm.
Provenance: Anton Exner, Vienna (1882 - 1952). Walter Exner, Germany (1911-2003). The Asia Museum, Bad Wildungen. Galerie Zacke, 1991. Private collection Vienna.
Published: Galerie Zacke, Keramik, Skulpturen, Porzellan, Malerei, April 9th - May 4th, 1991, lot 41.
Condition: One single hairline extends through about half of the vase, but the vessel was not broken. Besides the hairline we see the usual firing imperfections and wear. The lid has some chipping, one with an old repair, and extensive wear. Given its high age, this piece still comes in a fine and well presentable condition.
Weight: 4.3 kilograms.
Dimensions: Height 41 cm.