This very rare blue and white Lotus vase with Yongzheng mark is at Adams with an estimate of €60,000-€80,000. UPDATE: THIS MADE €51,000 AT HAMMER
A rare blue and white globular Lotus vase leads the sale of Fine Asian Art at Adams in Dublin on June 25. Estimated at €60,000-€80,000 it carries the Yongzheng (1723-1735) six character mark in underglaze blue. The Yongzheng emperor took an unprecedented personal involvement in ceramic production and actively participated in the design and oversight of Imperial porcelain. Precious pieces from his era hold a revered place in Qing Dynasty ceramics. The auction offers more than 400 lots with estimates from €200 up.
