QING DYNASTY QIANLONG DOUCAI WATER BASIN

Updated August 16, 2026

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Lot number346
Estimate3,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
AuctionAug Premier Antique & Collectibles
DateAugust 21, 2026 at 6:09 AM EDT
Auction houseYakon Auctions
LocationGermantown, Maryland

<br>H:5.8cm W:6.8cm Official doucai studio water pot of Qianlong reign, Qing Dynasty, with contracted mouth, plump spherical belly and shallow ring foot, compact and rounded for holding water beside ink slabs. The whole body is covered with fine glossy white glaze, fully painted with doucai interlocking treasure flowers dotted with vermilion bats. Cobalt blue outlines all patterns, filled with green, yellow, red and blue overglaze enamels. Ruyi cloud scroll band trims the rim, modified lotus petal band decorates the base with neat layered layout. Bat (fu) sounds identical to "blessing", while continuous lotus scroll stands for lasting wealth, forming an auspicious motif of endless fortune and longevity. A standard seal script cobalt mark "Made in Qianlong Reign of Great Qing" is stamped at the base. Doucai requires two separate kiln firings with high technical difficulty. This vessel features even clean pigment filling, bright vivid colors and thin solid clay, a fine imperial studio utensil of Qianlong period, with great value for Qing doucai craft research, traditional auspicious pattern culture and study collection<br>ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.<br><br> Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions.<br><br> The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description.<br><br> Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value.<br><br> All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provided with the lot. Unless expressly stated, Yakon Auctions

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