Description:

A VIETNAMESE/ANNAMESE BLUE AND WHITE ENAMELED PORCELAIN DOUBLE GOURD SPOUTED BOTTLE, SHIPWRECK CARGO ARTIFACT, ATTRIBUTED TO THE 15TH/16TH CENTURY, the circular mouth on a bulbous top, above sides centering sparrows flying among stylized clouds, alternating lotus blooms and one enclosing a short spout, over a short slender neck with diapered band and flaring to a larger bulbous body, decorated with two celestial flying horses interspersed with lotus blooms, within shoulder and base bands of lotus petals over a short raised foot enclosing a brown washed underside, height: 8.50", diameter: 5.50".

  • Condition: Good condition for shipwreck recovered porcelains including but not limited to; surface dust/grime, some small barnacle residue throughout, porcelain surface exhibits normal dulled areas and expected crazing, tiny area of flaking on spout rim, dried drip residue on lower bod.

    Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."

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May 18, 2019 1:00 PM CDT
Houston, TX, US

Simpson Galleries, LLC

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