A Chinese Cizhou Persimmon Glazed Covered Jar
 

A Chinese Cizhou Persimmon Glazed Covered Jar

Song dynasty (960-1279). The jar of bulbous form rising from a tall foot and slightly tapering to a short neck flanked by two sets of small "C" handles, topped with a slightly domed lid with a short knob, covered in a rich brown glaze with a metallic tinge, ending in a line above the foot revealing the buff clay body beneath it. Provenance: From the Estate of Patrick H. Booth, Jr. Approx. 8 3/8 by 7 1/2 in., 22.3 by 19 cm.

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Lot #: 154
Auction: Fine Asian & Western Works of Art Auction
Bids: 7 Bidding History
Estimate: $1500 - $1800
Starting Price: $750
Sold For $1320(buyer's premium included)
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