#1024 • Chinese Sancai Water Pot

Part of Professor's Collection Part Two: Asian Sculpture and Fine Objects (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $75.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $200 - $400 Origin: China, late 19th to early 20th Century Medium: Earthenware Dimension: 8.5x10.25 in. Condition: Light surface scratches and minor weathering Description: A Chinese colorful enamel decorated Sancai water pot with multi-color circular pendant and ruyi borders. Sancai is another name for colorful polychrome ceramic ware produced during the Tang Dynasty. The pot has a small spout on the side, a curved swirling handle on top, and an opening towards the top back of the pot. The pot has a rounded shape that tapers to be wider at the top. It is decorated with colorfully painted green, yellow, blue and pink patterns, butterflies, and floral patterns.