Small Mirror Pair Chinese Ginger Jars Reign Marks

Updated August 6, 2026

Lot number210
Estimate200.00 - 400.00 USD
AuctionAsian Antiques,Chinese Porcelain & Persian Rugs | No Reserve
DateAugust 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM CDT
Auction houseRivertown Antiques and Estate Services
LocationHouston, Texas

A colorful mirror pair of small crackle glaze jars that are decorated with over glazed enamels. The glazes feel very soft from age. The decoration on the jars is of pheasants and peonies. There are dark glazed bands around the shoulder and bases that resemble bronze, and a thin line of iron at the mouth of both jars. The body is glazed with a pale off-white crackle glaze. The feet are rounded and unglazed. The clay is white. Apocryphal reign marks for the Chenghua reign are etched within squares under the base of both vases. The squares have been given a dark glaze MEASUREMENTS 3 ½ in (8.9 cm) diameter x 3 ¼ in (8.3 cm) tall. Weighs 13.9 oz. CONDITION There are no breaks, cracks, chips, or repairs. The pheasant on one jar is missing the tip of his tail; this may be a painting error. The body shows areas with dark crackle lines. There is wear to some of the black outlines, as well as to the iron red. A colorful pair of crackle glaze jars that will add to a collection. Period: 1930s Origin: China Materials: Porcelain Dimensions: 3.5"W × 3.5"D × 3.25"H

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