Bidspirit auction | A PAIR OF LARGE CHINESE

A PAIR OF LARGE CHINESE PORCELAIN COVERED GINGER JARS - Each of baluster form and freely painted with dragons chasing 'flaming pearls' amongst flames and clouds between key-fret borders encircling the foot and rim, the domed cover similarly decorated and surmounted by a Buddhist Lion knop, apocryphal six character Tongzhi mark on base. Each measures 21.5 x 11 inches in diameter. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Each measures 21.5 x 11 inches in diameter. Condition Very good condition. There are no chips, cracks, repairs, scratches or areas of heavy wear. Provenance Provenance: The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques, Tokyo (est. 1978). A world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture, Kurofune was a landmark destination featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.