Bidspirit auction | Chinese Blue & White Kraak

Chinese Blue & White Kraak Porcelain Bottle Vase - Antique Chinese blue and white ”Kraak” porcelain bottle vase. Circa Ming Dynasty, Wanli Period (1573-1619). Heavily potted pear-shaped (”yuhuchunping”) body rises from short, straight foot to tall, slender neck that tapers gently before flaring slightly at the rim. Exterior vibrantly painted in underglaze cobalt blue, utilizing the characteristic ”Kraak” style panel division. Alternating vertical panels enclosing galloping horses and floral sprays. Ruyi-head and diaper-pattern border at rim. Very good condition. Very minor pinholes, light surface scratches, minor fritting to foot rim, which is typical of Wanli period Kraak wares. Measures approx. 6”Lx6”Wx10.75”H. From the collection of Carol and George Thomassy, Hanover, Pa. Condition: Absence of a condition statement does not imply the lot is in perfect condition, free from flaws, restoration, or the effects of aging/use. Request Condition Reports via email or telephone in advance of the auction. Any condition report verbally or written is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The buyer is expected to be the expert. Country of origin, material is not guaranteed. Credit or Debit Card payments by New Buyers of high value items, gold, or silver will not be accepted; instead, form of payment must be cash, cashier's check, money order, or electronic funds transfer. // Registration, bidding, and participation in this auction constitute the bidder?s electronic acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, forming a legally binding contract enforceable under applicable law.