California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 September 10, 2016  September 10, 2016

 Lot # 3168 
AN AGARWOOD 'PLUM' LIBATION CUP    清 沉香雕梅花紋角杯


  • Dimension: Height: 3 in (7.6 cm) Width: 5 1/4 in (13.3 cm) Weight: 112g
  • Estimate From: $2500
  • Estimate To: $3800

The tapered cup carved on the exterior with an irregular surface with subtle ridges and knots simulating a tree trunk, one side detailed in high relief with a gnarled branch and thin twigs issuing prunus blossoms of varying sizes and extending across the exterior, the base and onto the interior of the cup, with fitted carved wood stand. Qing Dynasty period.