08/03/2024 General News
A group of three Chinese porcelain figures of the Immortals are just one of the many fine pieces of historic and contemporary Asian Art that feature in our Sale on 13 March.
Dating from the Guangxu period (1875-1908), the impressive trio is made from Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain and carries a guide price of £4,000 to £6,000.
Each model stands at around 60cm high and wears elaborately enameled robes. They represent the star gods Fu Xing, Lu Xing and Shou Xing, who stand for three of the highest priorities in Chinese life - happiness, prosperity and longevity.
“These beautifully crafted figurines represent centuries of Chinese culture and tradition,” said David Elstob, Director of Elstob Auctioneers. “They are still revered and celebrated today as symbols of good life and hope for the future and would be particularly well-suited for both decorative purposes and displays.”
Also in the Sale is a splendid pair of early 20th century Chinese silver-gilt and filigree tea caddies. Decorated with enamel birds and flowers and semi-precious stones, they are expected to reach between £3,000 and £4,000.
Other noteworthy pieces include a 17th century blue and white ginger jar depicting a Kylin lion which carries a price estimate of £2,500 - £3,500 and a Japanese bronze dish from the Meiji period (late 19th century) valued between £1,000 and £1,500. The bronze dish is inlaid with gold, silver and copper and features a large roundel of scholars encircled by geometric patterns.