Two Chinese Porcelain Fishbowls

20th Century

with stands.
Height of larger bowl 13 1/2 inches.

Property from an Evanston Estate

This lot is located in Chicago.

The white-ground example exhibiting signs of restoration throughout, including around the rim, where heavy restoration is apparent by a green-coloration and is flaking away. Additional exhibiting restoration in details throughout pattern. Having a small chip to the footrim. The base of the fishbowl having a round opening for drainage. With dirt and material to the inside of the bowl from previous use. The yellow-ground example exhibiting bright and stable coloring. The interior also having dirt and residue from use to the interior, does not have a drainage hole. Having few instances of pitting and marks from firing. The legs of the shorter stand are not fully secured and is wobbly. Additional images available upon request.

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Two Chinese Porcelain Fishbowls

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