Lot 8010
A YELLOW JADE SUNFLOWER CUP Ming Dynasty
Made entirely of yellow Nephrite with parts of brown matte coloration. The body of the cup is shaped as a sunflower, with curled petals. In the center of the inner wall there protrudes a flower bud in the shape of a column. Starting from the pedicle head at the bottom, branches circulate out. The branches turn through several degrees, whilst the three dimensional look is created by an embossing technique. At the same time, the yin and yang of the flower petals are further simulated down to the last detail. It is as if a real sunflower is opening before the eyes. It is a gorgeously styled cup, formed from stems and petals. It is a state of the art piece of artistic treasure.
L: 9 cm
Estimate
TWD 364,000-526,000
HKD 90,000-130,000
USD 11,600-16,800
Sold Price
PROVENANCE:
Wen-Ya Tang Collection
Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art
Ravenel Spring Auction 2015 Hong Kong
Tuesday, June 2, 2015, 5:00pm