Antique 18th century Provincial Chinese lustre glazed water vessel with twin foo dog head handles
A beautiful late 18th century Provincial Chinese teapot with glossy lustre glaze finish, loop handle, spout and two Foo dog head decorative handles below the rim of the vessel.
These vessels, likely originating from the Fujian or Guangdong province, have been used since the early Song Dynasty for domestic use as well as export. The pieces were used to transport oil and other commercial goods across China and for international export.
These primitive and utilitarian jars are characterised with their simple nature, being unrefined and rustic, devoid of excessive decoration. A beautiful decorative piece having a simple and rustic charm.
The piece is in a good clean condition being free of any major faults or defects.
Measures -
Height 30cm
Diameter 30cm
Antique 18th century Provincial Chinese lustre glazed water vessel with twin foo dog head handles
A beautiful late 18th century Provincial Chinese teapot with glossy lustre glaze finish, loop handle, spout and two Foo dog head decorative handles below the rim of the vessel.
These vessels, likely originating from the Fujian or Guangdong province, have been used since the early Song Dynasty for domestic use as well as export. The pieces were used to transport oil and other commercial goods across China and for international export.
These primitive and utilitarian jars are characterised with their simple nature, being unrefined and rustic, devoid of excessive decoration. A beautiful decorative piece having a simple and rustic charm.
The piece is in a good clean condition being free of any major faults or defects.
Measures -
Height 30cm
Diameter 30cm
