Large Cloisonne Hu Vase, China, Ming dynasty, globular form with wide flared neck, resting on a splayed foot, two lion masks with loose rings to midsection, decorated with stylized lotus flowerheads a

owre alfred condition statement minneapolis arts institute collection illustrated sold 1917 handbook society metal rust does perfect completely requests given treated 1870-1935 fine luster absence fact note noteworthy york joseph rims vase china ming dynasty globular form wide flared neck resting splayed foot lion masks loose rings midsection decorated stylized lotus flowerheads foliate scrolls light blue ground divided sections bands floral motifs catalog unrestricted public sale american association breck henry wehle severe cracks enamel traces multiple repairs loss imply free wear tear imperfections obtained email inquiry button telephone appropriate gallery location courtesy client opinion cloisonne hollowed provenance $2,000-3,000 effects boston/617.350.5400 responsibility error large base estimate borders aging marlborough/508.970.3000 shall omission belonging skinner