California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Sep. 14, 2013  Sep. 14, 2013

 Lot # 24 
A PAIR OF DOUCAI 'FLOWERS' BOWLS    清 大清光緒年制 鬥彩梅蘭菊桃花碗一對


  • Dimension: D: 4 1/2 in (11.5 cm) H: 2 in (5.1 cm)
  • Estimate From: $2500
  • Estimate To: $3500

The edges of floriform, the exterior of bowls beautifully enameled with blossoming flowers such as orchid, prunus, chrysanthemum, lotus, and peach flowers, with a mantis perched on the lotus flower; the interior enameled with a bat flying over two peaches, and the bottom bears six character "GUANGXU" mark. Qing Dynasty period.