A doucai bowl. Six-character mark of the Yongzheng Emperor

A doucai bowl. Six-character mark of the Yongzheng Emperor

Decorated with seated scholars, one practising calligraphy; one scholar saying his prayers; each figure beside an inscription; the interior with six-character mark (restored). 20cm (8in) diameter. Estimate: £600 - 1,000

Footnote: The base with labels for Marchant, London and the Jarras Collection.

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