Bidspirit auction | Chinese Blue White Guan Jar,


Chinese Blue White Guan Jar, Maghenzani Provenance - Chinese blue and white porcelain globular jar (guan), Transition Period style (17th century), with Maghenzani Milano provenance. Ovoid vessel's main body decorated in vibrant deep cobalt blue glaze with continuous, panoramic landscape depicting gathering of scholars amidst rocky outcrops, swirling clouds, water and trees. Short neck accented with scrolling clouds, and and shoulder features scrolling foliage band. Blue double ring around lower body. Unglazed, wide flat base retains historic and highly desirable 20th-century dealer label from the prestigious luxury gallery, Maghenzani Milano that was located at 10 Monte Napoleone, an upscale shopping street in Milan, Italy, known as ”the most expensive street in the world.” This sticker indicates the piece's distinguished European provenance. Appears to be high-quality revival piece made during late Qing Dynasty, circa 1880-1920, executed in 17th century artistic styling. Very good condition. Minor fritting, some chips/cracks to upper rim, although this does not hinder its structural integrity. Light scuffing, minor firing imperfections on surface. Paper provenance sticker shows oxidation and minor peeling, a testament to its authenticity. Measures approx. 7”Lx7”Wx7.5”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.