Large Chinese double vase combination encircled by tendril like sculpted detail. Main body made up with a rectangular form leading to a curvaceous neck with an ovoid lid. Carved Chinese creature resting gracefully across the rounded lid with a pair of handles at the sides of the neck. Second vase in a cylindrical shape with a slight asymmetrical form with overgrowth holding it in its embrace. A hardwood stand holding both in place with detail carved in relief. Measurements: Height: 6 1/2" Width: 7 7/8" Stand Height: 1 1/2" Length: 7 1/2" Weight: 996 gPROVENANCE: Jim Francis (Dec 24, 1944 - June 14, 2018) Resident of the Atlanta Metro area for numerous years.
Jim Francis was a true scholar having a degree in English. His early career started as a professor at a community college in Kentucky. During the Vietnam era, he became an instructor for the US Air Force. When computers were first becoming popular Jim became a software engineer which lead him to a career in being a method analyst for a major hospital group. While working with Doctors from different cultures Jim became an avid collector of Chinese items, His widow has placed his treasured articles to be sold at auction. The Collections of Mr. Jim Francis are presented and offered up to auction from Lot-101 through Lot-128.