A GLAZED BEEHIVE SHAPED VESSEL WITH BLOSSOMS Lot n° 901

A GLAZED BEEHIVE SHAPED VESSEL WITH BLOSSOMS China, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) to Republic period (1912- 1949). With rounded sides rising to a short and slightly flaring neck, decorated in underglaze blue, iron red and aubergine with bamboo and plum blossoms, all enclosed by double-lines above the foot. Apocryphal six-character Yongzheng reign mark within a double circle on the underside. Condition: Excellent condition with one tiny chip to base rim. Provenance: Swiss private collection. Weight: 675 g Dimensions: Height 9.5 cm