China, 19th century. The chenxiangmu (agarwood) vessel elaborately carved with figures in sampans, on paths and before dwellings in a mountainous, tree-strewn landscape, the zitan stand carved in openwork with pine branches and craggy rockwork. (2)
Condition: Excellent condition with minor wear and few small natural age cracks. Provenance: Chinese private collection.
Weight: 391.3 g (total) Dimensions: Height 21.3 cm (incl. base) and 16 cm (excl. base)
Auction result comparison: A closely related libation cup was sold by Bonham’s London in Asian Art on 5 November 2019, lot 584, for GBP £2,295.