Description
Chinese export porcelain tea bowl and saucer, Qianlong ca. 1790. Each decorated with the "Sailor's Farewell" scene depicting a couple waving to a departing Dutch ship. With cobalt blue bands with gilt stars along the rims.
Provenance: The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(Cup) height: 2 in x diameter: 3 1/2 in. (Saucer) diameter: 5 1/2 in.
Provenance: The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(Cup) height: 2 in x diameter: 3 1/2 in. (Saucer) diameter: 5 1/2 in.
Condition
There is a hairline crack extending downwards from the upper rim of the cup. Two hairlines to the saucer extending downwards from the upper rim. Several small repairs to the rim of the saucer. Trace gilt decoration remains. Light wear to the footrims.
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Chinese "Sailor's Farewell" Tea Bowl & Saucer
Estimate $200-$400
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This auction is curated by:
Sean BlanchetAsian Art Specialist
Robert SnellPaintings and Sculpture Specialist
Leo & Doris Hodroff Chinese Export Collection
Nov 12, 2026, 11:00 AM ESTSt. Paul, MN, United States
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