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OACA · p20261025-12

Catalogued Ming blue-and-white bowl and late-Qing shou covered jar

The bowl is catalogued as Ming dynasty and bears an apocryphal four-character mark; the covered jar is catalogued as late Qing. These are catalogue attributions, not OACA authentication.

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Ming / Qing · 2026-10-28 · Earlier recommendation · Upcoming

A two-piece group comprising a small blue-and-white floral bowl catalogued as Ming dynasty and an iron-red-and-green shou covered jar catalogued as late Qing.

Catalogue estimate

USD · US dollarsOriginal estimate
$200–$400
CNY · Chinese yuanReference equivalent
CN¥1,342–CN¥2,683

Reference rates dated 2026-09-14 · Conversions rounded to whole currency units; settlement follows the original currency and agreed fees. Rate source

Estimates exclude buyer’s premium, OACA agency fees, taxes and delivery; they are not guaranteed purchase prices.

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Collecting notes & condition

Selected as a compact study group contrasting underglaze-blue floral decoration with iron-red-and-green longevity design.

The bowl has a large old rim loss with an associated hairline, plus surface and foot wear. The covered jar has surface wear, firing imperfections and discoloration; its cover fits loosely. Located in Lake Bluff, Illinois, USA; local pickup and shipping are listed. Buyer's premium is 25%; confirm packing, insurance, taxes and cross-border obligations. Estimate is not a sale price or value guarantee; OACA provides non-exclusive agency service only.

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Recommendation checked 2026-10-25