Bidspirit auction | 18th C Chinese Famille Verte

18th C Chinese Famille Verte Gu Narrative Vase - 18th century (late Kangxi period) Chinese porcelain beaker-form (”Gu”) vase decorated in classic ”Famille Verte” palette with vivid, continuous narrative composition. Depicts celebrated folklore of Zhong Kui, the Demon King. He is rendered with bristling beard, scholar-warrior official cap and sword, resting against terrace table with ritual offerings. Narrative scene wraps around body in detailed ”iron-red” wash and varioud shades of green enamels. Vessel has flared rim and spreading foot. Underside has underglaze blue double ring. Good condition. Retains vibrant colors. Shallow glaze chip on upper lip of flared rim, minor scuffs on surface. Measures approx. 7”Lx7”Wx13.75”H. 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.