19th century AD. A bulbous lacquered vase with discoid base, flared neck and chamfered rim decorated with hand-painted scenes on a black background in three discoid panels: one showing a congress of robed males approaching a figure seated on a cushion, against an arcade; one showing a group of robed males kneeling, the central figure with a hookah; one showing a group of robed males, four kneeling before a figure on a chair, attendants to the rear; each panel with encircling band of calligraphic text; the field decorated with scenes of tigers preying on other animals in long grass. 1.2 kg, 35 cm (13 3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 1996. TimeLine Auctions Ltd arranges printed catalogue rostrum Auctions, eAuctions and Timed Auctions where we offer antiquities, ancient artefacts / artifacts, antiques, collectibles, coins, medals and books for public sale.

Fine condition, rim slightly damaged.