FOUR MINIATURE VASES
FOUR MINIATURE VASES
Glazed ceramic
China, Ming (1368-1644) to Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 17th-18th century
All four pieces have the well-known shape of a snuff bottle. They are largely flat with an oval foot as well as loop handles at the neck. All the bottles' decorations are executed in slightly raised relief, rows of lotus leaves or ornamental motifs like spirals or ruyi. The glaze colors are varied and the smallest piece is blue, while the others are greenish-gray to green.
Dimensions: HEIGHT 5.4 CM, 6.2 CM, 6.9 CM and 7 CM
Condition: Small chips on the edge around the foot; otherwise, good, original condition.
Provenance: Collection of Dr. Mechthild Borries-Knopp, Germany