Bidspirit auction | A large sancai glazed ceramic

A large sancai glazed ceramic vase. China, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period. - Height 38 cm The vessel has the classic shape of the Gu bronze ritual vessel from ancient China (Shang and Zhou dynasties), with a square central portion that expands towards the top and bottom. These vessels were originally used to hold wine during rituals. The deep, bright green glazed ceramic of the vase contrasts chromatically with the central golden color decorated with stylised ”meander” and geometric motifs. PROVENANCE Donna Barnathan Aroni dei Conti Camondo Collection