A pair of Chinese porcelain blue and white boxes and covers,...

Estimate

£500 - £700

A pair of Chinese porcelain blue and white boxes and covers, Qianlong seal mark, each circular box painted to the cover with two scaly five-clawed dragons chasing a flaming pearl, amidst an abundance of clouds, the lower body decorated with lishui waves, recessed bases with blue seal mark, each 13.5cm diameter, raised on carved wood bases (2)

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Both boxes and covers are in good order, no cracks, chips or losses. No obvious signs of restoration or repair. General scratching and wear throughout, commensurate with age and use. The stands show a few knicks, moderate scratching and wear throughout commensurate with age and use. No splits or signs of repair.