A Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Hat Stand

Qing dynasty (1644-1912), Daoguang period (1821-1850), porcelain with polychrome enamels and gilt highlights, the cylindrical shaped vessel finely hand painted with a multitude of figures with inscriptions next to each grouping, quatrefoil openings to the sides, with Daoguang seal mark in iron red to underside.


11 1/4 in., 4 7/8 in. diameter

The Estate of the late Dr. William "Bill" Webb Johnston and Mr. Charles "Chuck" Raymond West, Hillsborough, NC

Rubbing and wear to surface with some loss to enamels and gilt; a few nicks to interior of rim.