Three graduated Ivy planters from China
These planters are classic ivy colors with a splash of yellow through the pattern. The largest planter measures 13.5 W, x 11.75 inches tall...the middle size is 10 inches W, x 7.5 inches tall and the smallest is 6 inches W, by 5 inches tall.
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Hi Rhonda,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
I agree that the flowers on these look like ivy but doesn't explain the elongated fruit (squash? beans?).
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A graduated set of three Chinese export famille verte pattern planters or fish bowls
Made in China, after 1919
each of ovoid form, lushly decorated allover with fruiting vines, marked with a red "MADE IN CHINA" 5-character mark.
From largest to smallest: 11 3/4 inches tall by 13 1/2 inches diameter; 7 1/2 inches tall by 10 inches diameter; 5 inches tall by 6 inches diameter.
CONDITION: use wear evident
PROVENANCE: acquired at auction
$300-500 for the set*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
