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Qing · 2026-11-12 · Earlier recommendation · Upcoming
A Mandarin duck modelled on a waterlily pad beside a lotus bloom, with a leaf forming the adjacent basin.
Catalogue estimate
- USD · US dollarsOriginal estimate
- $800–$1,600
- CNY · Chinese yuanReference equivalent
- CN¥5,367–CN¥10,733
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.
Apply for OACA bidding agencyCollecting notes & condition
Selected for its functional sculptural form and auspicious duck-and-lotus imagery, with restoration limits specified.
The catalogue records restoration to the lily-pad cup and stem, lotus petals and the bird's tuft; a painted-over stem chip and possible loss, a rim hairline, edge chips, firing flaws, gilt and glaze wear, crazing and uneven underside glaze are also noted. Located in Minnesota, USA; local pickup, shipping and self-arranged shipping are shown. Confirm packing, insurance, taxes and cross-border obligations. Buyer’s premium is 30%. The estimate is not a sale price or value guarantee; OACA provides non-exclusive agency service only.
OACA has not inspected this object. Confirm condition, provenance and applicable costs before authorizing a bid.
OACA agency & deposit
This OACA recommendation accepts participation through our agency service. It is not an OACA-owned lot. Apply for a reviewed quotation, confirm spending limits and arrange a deposit of 50% of the agreed estimate. If not won, the full deposit is refundable under your accepted quotation. No bid or payment is made by submitting this form.
Recommendation checked 2026-11-07