MING XUANDE BLUE AND WHITE EIGHT IMMORTALS...

Updated September 15, 2026

FIGURE VASE. <br>Height:35cm (13.78in) , Diameter:29cm (11.42in) This substantial jar features short straight neck, broad full shoulder, swelling belly and tapering lower body, a grand?sized storage and display vessel of Xuande reign. A six?character under?glaze?blue mark ??Da Ming Xuan De Nian Zhi?? is painted on shoulder. Bead?scroll and lotus?petal bands decorate neck and shoulder, with inverted lotus?petal frieze encircling the base. The main body depicts the eight immortals, each rendered in distinct postures, holding ritual implements or resting in conversation, set against auspicious clouds, rocks, orchids and bamboos in well?arranged composition. The cobalt?blue pigment presents rich deep tone with tonal variation typical of sumali blue material, drawn in forceful lines and vivid figure depiction. It has unglazed sandy base with solid body, marked by age?old scratches and stains from long circulation. The eight?immortal theme carries auspicious wishes for longevity and well?being. Robust in form and fine in painting, this is a rare surviving example of Ming blue?and?white figure jar.<br><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 has not independently authenticated any

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