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Sotheby's Important Chinese Ceramics from the J. M. Hu Family Collection, 1985

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Sotheby's: Important Chinese Ceramics from the J. M. Hu Family Collection, June 4, 1985. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. Important and catalog featuring 79 Chinese ceramics from this famous collection. J.M. Hu (Hu Jenmou, or Hu Huichun, 1911-1995), master of Zande Lou (Studio of Temporary Enjoyment), was one of China's great connoisseur/collectors. His collection of the finest of Imperial ceramics, Chinese paintings, calligraphies and scholarly objects. A patron and benefactor, he was known for his generous donations of ceramics to institutions including the Shanghai Museum, as well as his support of publications, exhibitions and research. The present collection forms part of the great legacy of a man who loved Chinese porcelain and tried to share it with others. With results.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1985
  • Condition:
    dust jacket has light wear.
  • Seller Location:
    valatie, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NP-1214-1st1stDibs: LU2605117533931
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