A Pair Of Famillee Verte Parrots - China, 18th, Kangxi Period
A pair of green-glazed biscuit parrots, each resting on a pierced base highlighted in yellow, green and brown. The beaks are left in biscuit.
China, 18th
Kangxi Period (1661-1722)
Height : 16,7cm
Provenance :
Santos, London
European private collection
For a similar example, see:
- La porcelaine de Chine, O. du Sartel, 1881, p. 125, fig. 64.
- Chinese and Japanese Works of Art in the Collection of Her Majesty The Queen, J. Ayers, 2016, vol. 1, pp. 254/255.
- Musée Cernuschi, Paris, M. C. 3987.
- Musée des Arts décoratifs, Paris, no. 37007.
For a parrot of similar size with a yellow base, see:
- Biscuit Refined Chinese Famille Verte Wares, Jorge Welsh Works of Art, 2012, p. 194, fig. 54.
A few tiny chips in the openwork base; otherwise in perfect condition.
More information and photos available upon request.
Period: 18th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Porcelain
Height: 16,7cm
Reference (ID): 1828507
Availability: In stock
