24th Apr, 2025 9:30
A Chinese 18th century, Qianlong, en-grisaille decorated porcelain part teaset, painted with a boy droving a buffalo, in conversation with an elderly gentleman beneath a tree, within a diaper border, the part set comprising bullet teapot and cover, tea urn/vase and cover, hot water jug and cover, spoon tray and six saucers (no cups)
Formerly in the Van Vlissingen Collection
The Van Vlissingen family was associated with the trade of Chinese porcelain in the 17th century, particularly through the Dutch East India Company (VOC). They were involved in various aspects of the porcelain trade, including financing, ownership of ships, and amassing a sizable collection of which these items are part.
Sold for £750
Condition Report
Hairline cracks to the teapot, and tea urn, which also has chips throughout. Nibbles to the end of the teapot spout. Several chips to the rims of the various covers, and small nicks to the rims of the saucers. Some rubbing to the decoration in places.
A Chinese 18th century, Qianlong, en-grisaille decorated porcelain part teaset, painted with a boy droving a buffalo, in conversation with an elderly gentleman beneath a tree, within a diaper border, the part set comprising bullet teapot and cover, tea urn/vase and cover, hot water jug and cover, spoon tray and six saucers (no cups)
ProvenanceFormerly in the Van Vlissingen Collection
The Van Vlissingen family was associated with the trade of Chinese porcelain in the 17th century, particularly through the Dutch East India Company (VOC). They were involved in various aspects of the porcelain trade, including financing, ownership of ships, and amassing a sizable collection of which these items are part.
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