QING DYNASTY CARVED SOAPSTONE BRUSH BOWL.

QING DYNASTY CARVED SOAPSTONE BRUSH BOWL. 18th century. This signed example depicting travelers approaching a bridge, three male figures seated at a table, buildings within mountainous treed landscapes. The variegated soapstone ranging from pale celadon green through rich terracotta tones and dark brown. Side of the bowl with three character signature incised on a rocky outcropping. SIZE: 2-1/2″ h x 5-3/4″ dia. PROVENANCE: Property of Prince Duan Aixinjueluo Zaiyi (1856-1922). From the private collection of the grandniece of the Last Emperor Puyi (reign 1906-1917) of the Qing Dynasty. Granddaughter of Puji and great-great granddaughter of the Dowager Empress Cixi (reign 1861-1908). CONDITION: Very good overall with nicely worn surfaces. 9-22148 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2011

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1161	$10,925.00	QING DYNASTY CARVED SOAPSTONE BRUSH BOWL. 18th century. This signed example depicting travelers approaching a bridge, three male figures seated at a table, buildings within mountainous treed landscapes. The variegated soapstone ranging from pale celadon green through rich terracotta tones and dark brown. Side of the bowl with three character signature incised on a rocky outcropping. SIZE: 2-1/2″ h x 5-3/4″ dia. PROVENANCE: Property of Prince Duan Aixinjueluo Zaiyi (1856-1922). From the private collection of the grandniece of the Last Emperor Puyi (reign 1906-1917) of the Qing Dynasty. Granddaughter of Puji and great-great granddaughter of the Dowager Empress Cixi (reign 1861-1908). CONDITION: Very good overall with nicely worn surfaces. 9-22148 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2011 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

.red{fill:#B50938;} .white{fill:#FFFFFF;} .blue{fill:#005596;}