LARGE RARE AND IMPORTANT 17TH CENTURY RETICULATED STEM “LOTUS LEAF” RHINOCEROS HORN CARVED LIBATION CUP.

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LARGE RARE AND IMPORTANT 17TH CENTURY RETICULATED STEM “LOTUS LEAF” RHINOCEROS HORN CARVED LIBATION CUP. Early Qing Dynasty China. This large and graceful example designed and carved as a lotus flower supported on leafy floral tendrils interspersed with cranes in flight as well as a detailed crab on one flower. The blossom is veined and carved with simulated petals. The interior of the cup is adorned with a snail moving within the flower. No display stand. WEIGHT: 220 grams. SIZE: Outside curve height is 7-1/2″. Inside curve height is 6-1/2″. Top size is 3-1/4″ x 5-1/4″. CONDITION: Now with mellow honey or tea brown tones and with undisturbed patina. 9-24843 (200,000-300,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2012

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
	3101	$230,000.00	If you wish to preview this item prior to the auction you must make arrangements beforehand as this valuable item is kept in our nearby bank’s vault for safe keeping. This lot is considered a premium lot and requires pre-registration in order to participate. Please contact our office at 207-453-7125 or email antiques@jamesdjulia.com. LARGE RARE AND IMPORTANT 17TH CENTURY RETICULATED STEM “LOTUS LEAF” RHINOCEROS HORN CARVED LIBATION CUP. Early Qing Dynasty China. This large and graceful example designed and carved as a lotus flower supported on leafy floral tendrils interspersed with cranes in flight as well as a detailed crab on one flower. The blossom is veined and carved with simulated petals. The interior of the cup is adorned with a snail moving within the flower. No display stand. WEIGHT: 220 grams. SIZE: Outside curve height is 7-1/2″. Inside curve height is 6-1/2″. Top size is 3-1/4″ x 5-1/4″. CONDITION: Now with mellow honey or tea brown tones and with undisturbed patina. 9-24843 (200,000-300,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2012 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.

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