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From the Collection of Mario Buatta Set of 12 Chinese "Laughing Boys" circa 1800
$16,800per set

About
Provenance: The Private Collection of Mario Buatta
A standout In Mario's collection is this rare set of a dozen antique Chinese hand painted "Laughing Boys".
One look and you see the individual personality of each boy.
They are all happy and smiling, but each one has his own unique character.
Made circa 1800 they wear clothing of that era. Their brightly colored jackets are exquisite and add to the joy they create.
Dimensions: height ranging from 6" to 7" tall x 4" across x 2.25" deep
Condition: Excellent
Price for the dozen: $16,800.
Details
- DimensionsHeight: 7 in. (17.78 cm)Width: 4 in. (10.16 cm)Depth: 2.25 in. (5.72 cm)
- Sold AsSet of 12
- StyleQing (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques
- Place of Origin
- Period
- Date of Manufacturecirca 1800
- ConditionWear consistent with age and use. There is very, very slight wear to the enamels. Looking at the images you can see that there is almost no wear.
- Seller LocationKatonah, NY
- Reference Number1stDibs: LU866520689042
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