California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 September 23, 2017  September 23, 2017

 Lot # 3169 
A POLYCHROME ENAMELLED 'ZHONGKUI' PORCELAIN PLAQUE    民國 鐘馗瓷板畫


  • Dimension: Height: 18 3/8 in (46.7 cm) Width: 13 1/4 in (33.7 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1800
  • Estimate To: $3200

The rectangular plaque finely enamelled to depict Zhongkui sitting on a wood chair in a terraced garden setting against a long table, with sword, flower planter, and washer on the ground; with inscription reading Tian Shi Zhong Kui and artist's signature Jin Xin Qing and one red seal, dedicated to Le Gao, all mounted in rosewood frame inlaid with mother-of-pearl . Republic period.