Qing Dynasty Laughing Boys with Fruit Baskets

A pair of figures of laughing boys, Qing dynasty, (2) each well…
click the photo to enlarge
A pair of figures of laughing boys, Qing Dynasty, (2) each well modelled standing holding a basket of fruit in both hands, including peach, pomegranate, grapes and finger citron, picked out in aubergine, yellow, blue and green glazes, and wearing a yellow jacket over a long blue robe, the head facing forward with mouth open in smiling expression, boxes, (2), 42 cm high, Show Catalogue Notes, Catalogue Notes, A similar pair of boys sold Sotheby's Australia, Melbourne 18 June 2013, lot 40

You must be a subscriber, and be logged in to view price and dealer details.

Subscribe Now to view actual auction price for this item

When you subscribe, you have the option of setting the currency in which to display prices to $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.

This item has been sold, and the description, image and price are for reference purposes only.
  • Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.
  • Ming Dynasty - The Ming Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. It succeeded the Yuan Dynasty and preceded the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty was established by Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk who became a rebel leader and eventually overthrew the Mongol Yuan Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, China experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The government was centralized and bureaucratic, with the emperor at the top of the hierarchy. The Ming Dynasty is known for its cultural achievements, including the development of porcelain, the invention of movable type printing, and the construction of the Great Wall of China.

This item has been included into following indexes:

Visually similar items

Antique wooden jointed doll, circa 19th century, wearing original dress of the period. Height 43 cm

Sold by in for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.

A Japanese ivory figure of a man standing with an axe and double gourd, Meiji period. 8 cm high

Sold by in for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.

Two Nao porcelain bedtime figures 29.5 cm high

Sold by in for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.

A Meissen figure of 18th century lady. Modelled of a lady wearing purple hat and shawl holding flower on acircular gilt base. 19 cm high. Together with a Berlin blanc de chine figure, modelled gentleman with a dog at his feet. 17 cm high

Sold by in for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.