A Chinese blue and white tea caddy and cover

Kangxi

Of ovoid form, the domed cover with cone finial, decorated with panels of auspicious flowers and foliage.

19.5cm high

PROVENANCE:

The B & RM Watkins collection, thence by descent to the vendor.

Condition Report

Cover finial restored and appears subsequently broken off and re-glued. Chip to cover rim. Caddy itself appears good.

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