Lot no. 1700
Guanyin, 2 jade sculptures, China, one standing above the waves, accompanied by a child, pouring the contents of a vase of lustral water into the mouth of a dragon, the other seated, also holding a vase of lustral water, on a base also in jade (not integral) decorated with lotus and dragon emerging from the waves, h. 28.5 cm and h. 23.5 cm (with base) Provenance: collection of the Ghezzi family, from Zurich, jewellers and antique dealers for almost a century 2 jade carvings of Guanyin, China, 28.5 cm and 23.5 cm high (with base) Provenance: Ghezzi family collection from Zurich, jewellers and antique dealers for almost a century 一對玉雕觀音像 高28.5厘米和23.5厘米 General surface wear Cracks Few small chips A few surface scratches A few scratches Overall wear to the surfaces Splits A few small chips Some surface scratches Some grazes GHEZZI FAMILY COLLECTION Maison Piguet is pleased to present the second part of the collection of the Ghezzi family, jewellers and antique dealers for almost a century. The collection comprises more than 200 lots from a wide range of fields. Of particular note is a collection of Art Nouveau vases, including two large Gallé vases (lots 1263, 1265), a set of Chinese cloisonné enamels (lots 1703 to 1705) and a gilt bronze Amitayus (lot 1679). The entire collection included in the catalogue can be found by entering the keyword "Ghezzi" in the search bar on our website and scanning the QR code. All lots marked in red in the printed catalogue come from this collection.
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03/18/2025
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