An Important Blue And White "kraak" Bowl - China, 17th Wanli Period
An important blue and white “Kraak” porcelain bowl. The body is decorated with chrysanthemum cartouches, peaches, and scrolling foliage.
The interior of the bowl features a central medallion painted with two birds among peonies.
China, 17th century
Wanli period (1563–1620)
Diameter: 35.4 cm
Height: 14.4 cm
For a comparable bowl of similar size, see :
- Christie’s, Amsterdam, European Noble and Private Collections, 14 December 2011, lot 438
A star-shaped crack to the body, resulting in a small area of loss at the centre of the impact, which has been filled, cleaned, and stabilised.
Minor chips and fritting, surface scratches and firing cracks, as well as some chips to the foot rim.
Further information and photographs available upon request.
Period: 17th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Porcelain
Diameter: 35,4cm
Height: 14,4cm
Reference (ID): 1758282
Availability: In stock
