| Hardwood Stool with Porcelain Inset (LQW071401) 清 青花鱼化龙纹瓷板花梨木椅凳 |
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| c. 1850-1900s, late 19th century Late Qing Dynasty Hardwood (possibly huali rosewood), and porcelain with underglaze cobalt blue Diameter: 40 cm / 15.7 in, height: 40.9 cm / 16 in Weight: 17.6 lb/ 8 kg From the estate of Mary McGrory, of Lone Jack MI [SOLD] A gorgeous and meticulously crafted 19th century stool or tea table, of circular form with curved concave legs. The wood, densely grained and richly hued, is possibly huali rosewood. Nearly all visible surfaces have been decorated with inlays of auspicious motifs such as double dishes, bats, dragons, phoenixes, and waves. The center is inset with a blue and white porcelain plaque decorated with a dragon emerging from clouds above rolling waves. The painting style of the dragon, as well as the quality of underglaze blue, is very typical of the late Qing. |
