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Click here to subscribeA fine Chinese Daoguang style blue and white porcelain stem cup, decorated with eight underglaze blue characters and auspicious symbols under a cloud border, the cup raised on a stem foot, the inner foot rim bearing Qianlong underglaze blue seal six character mark and probably of the period, c. 8.4cmCondition very good apart from a small chip to the rim of the foot
A Chinese blue and white porcelain cup, 18th century, decorated with pagodas, flanked by twin dragon handles and heightened in gilt, h.14cm, together with a Chinese blue and white porcelain dish, 18th century, decorated with pagodas within a landscape within a gilt rim, dia.14cm, and a Chinese blue and white porcelain plate, 18th century, decorated with a pagoda before a mountain, dia.21.5cm (3)Twin handled cup – good.Dish – rim a little rubbed, otherwise good.Plate – good.
A collection of 18th century Chinese export porcelain, to include a blue and white teapot, of bullet form, enamel decorated with figures, h.14cm, a famille rose teapot, h.15cm, a famille rose tea caddy, h.12cm, a sparrowbeak jug, h.8.5cm, a blue and white sauce boat, h.8cm, and a tankard, enamel decorated with figures, h.13cm (6)Sparrowbeak jug – chipped/cracked where the base of the handle meets the body, gilt is rubbed, otherwise good.Blue and white jug/boat – two small chips to the spout, glaze a little rubbed to the handle, otherwise good.Caddy – hairline to the neck, chips to the shoulders, otherwise good.Blue and white teapot – crack to the handle, tiny nibble to the spout.Tankard – cracked to the interior, possibly restored to the underside.Red teapot – two small chips to the finial on the lid, some small nibbles to the spout, restored to the handle (done very well).
A collection of Chinese export porcelain, 18th century, to include a graduated set of two serving dishes, each decorated with animals within a landscape, largest 37 x 28cm, a pair of plates, each decorated with figures before a willow, dia.23cm, and five further plates (9)Larger oval dish – cracked and restored.Smaller companion – two big chips.Small famille rose dish – hairline to the reverse.Blue and white with gilt border – gilt rubbed but intact.Blue and white with flowers – later applied hanging hook to reverse, otherwise good.Blue and white pair – one has a hairline to the rim, the other has a hairline and a chip.Famille rose scale border – restored to the rim.Final famille rose plate – nibbles to the rim, otherwise good.
A collection of 18th century Chinese export porcelain plates and dishes, to include enamel decorated and blue and white examples, largest dia.23cm (15)Small dishes;Painted rim – small chip to trim.Blue and white crosshatched border – good.Three blue palms to border – good.Imari – small chip to rim.Blue and white flower heads – good.Plates:Fence and flower bowl – with hairline crack.Blue and white octagonal – hairline and chip.Blue and white feathered border – hairline and rubbed to rim.Famille rose – a little rubbed to the enamel.Hundred antiques – small chips and hairline.Vases and fence – small chips to rim.Vases, fence and spear head border – one very small chip to rim.Willow and pagoda – small chip to rim.Octagonal blue, white and pink – tiny nibbles to rim but generally good.Pagodas before mountains – cracked to the reverse.
A Chinese famille verte porcelain jar, 19th century, having a profusely carved hardwood lid, enamel decorated with alternating floral panels upon a gilt heightened cobalt ground, double ring mark to the underside, h.32cmThe lid may be later but it is a good fit if so.Gilt a little rubbed in places.Jar is in good order.
AN EXTREMELY RARE AND IMPRESSIVE WOOD FIGURE OF THE ASCETIC SHAKYAMUNI BUDDHA, KAMAKURA PERIODJapan, early 14th century, Kamakura period (1185-1333)Exceptionally well carved, seated in a relaxed pose imbued with movement, the Buddha one with his grotto-like environment, his movements echoed by his naturalistic throne, with which he almost appears to merge.The exquisitely serene face is finely carved with heavy-lidded eyes, gently arched brows, a glass-inlaid byakugo (urna), pronounced cheekbones, full lips, and long pendulous earlobes. His features subtly indicate his ascetic character, which is further suggested by the treatment of his slightly emaciated torso, partly obscured by the loose-fitting robe cascading in voluminous folds. His hair is arranged in tight curls over the high, domed ushnisha.HEIGHT 32.4 cm (excl. stand) and 39.2 cm (incl. stand)Condition: Superb condition, the wood with natural imperfections including signs of insect activity, at least some of which is inherent to the carving and only adding to the exceptional and breathtaking appearance of the figure. Wear, minor losses, light surface scratches, all as expected. Provenance: Ex Paris Ancienne Collection Vignier, acquired during the 1930s. Jacques Barrère, Paris, February 2005. Liliane and Michel Durand-Dessert, Paris, acquired from the above. A signed expertise from Jacques Barrère, dated 14 February 2005, confirming the dating and provenance above, accompanies this lot. Jacques Barrère took over his mother's flea market business, specializing in Far Eastern porcelain, cloisonné, and sculpture, in 1969. In the same year, he opened his gallery in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. The current Jacques Barrère gallery has been located on Rue Mazarine for over three decades and specializes in Chinese sculpture, archaeology, ceramics, and decorative arts, as well as Japanese sculpture and porcelain. In 2008, Jacques' son Antoine Barrère has been running the gallery, bringing a fresh vision in a globalized art market. Objects once owned by Jacques Barrère have been included in major museums around the world, including the Musée Guimet and the Musée Cernuschi, the Shanghai Museum, and the Miho Museum. Liliane and Michel Durand-Dessert were luminous gallery owners who worked in Paris from 1975 to 2004, and were both informed and avant-garde collectors. They are significant not only because of the analytical and original approach the couple applied in each acquisition, but also because of their visionary take on exhibiting the most radical 20th-century art in their gallery, which was the subject of a 2004 retrospective organized by the Museum of Grenoble. According to Michel Durand-Dessert, who was inspired to open the couple's first gallery by a visit to Documenta in 1968, “it is certain that a collection is a portrait, and that the objects we buy are those in which we sometimes recognize ourselves, sometimes we project ourselves. One way or another, acquiring them means adopting them, in every sense of the word.”Mounted on an old wood stand.The present sculpture vividly portrays Siddharta Gautama after renouncing his princely life, practicing extreme asceticism in the wilderness during his search for enlightenment. At the age of 29, Siddhartha left the comforts of his palace to seek answers and spiritual solace. He cut his hair and removed his jewelry. He tried fasting to test his dedication, but the hunger distracted him from meditation. During this time, he realized that such self-punishment was ultimately futile, and he eventually attained enlightenment through meditation and the Middle Path of balance and moderation. Images of the fasting Siddhartha promote this philosophy of moderation.Depictions of the Buddha as an emaciated ascetic appeared in the ancient kingdom of Gandhara, and later also in Chinese art. It was in the Yuan dynasty that the modelling of Buddha in this manner became popular and a convention in Chinese art. However, according to Sherman Lee and Wai-kam Ho in Chinese Art Under the Mongols: The Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368), 1968, p. 124, “the prototype could be traced back at least to Kuan-hsiu's Sixteen Arhats of the Five Dynasties period, or Buddhist paintings of the ninth and tenth centuries showing hermits and the familiar figure of Vasu in Tun-huang and Central Asia.”Museum comparison: Compare a related lacquered wood figure of the ascetic Shakyamuni, dated 17th-18th century, Edo period, 21.6 cm high, accession number 88.145a-b.Auction comparison: Compare a Chinese bronze figure of the ascetic Buddha, dated Yuan to Ming dynasty, 17.2 cm high, at Sotheby's, 20 September 2022, New York, lot 130 (sold for 50,400 USD). Compare also a related wood sculpture of a seated Buddha, dated 12th century, 31.6 cm high, at Bonhams, 16 September 2009, New York, lot 3073.
ASSORTED DECORATIVE PORCELAIN, including Vienna style baluster jar and cover, Japanese Noritake bowl on stand, Mintons blue ground pedestal cup, pair German figures of children with spoons, Sitzendorf figure of a flower seller, pair Chinese baluster jars and covers, and pair Canton famille rose cylinder vases (10)
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon and Waves Vase H: 41cm; W: 20cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Turquoise Ground and Famille Rose Vase with Double Handles H: 31cm; W: 21cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Ewer H: 26cm; W: 18cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Copper Red Dragon Vase Yuhuchunping H: 30cm; W: 16.5cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Washer H: 12cm; W: 16.5cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Underglaze Blue and Copper Red Vase Meiping H: 60cm; W: 33cm. Yuan dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Underglaze Blue and Iron Red Vase Meiping H: 34cm; W: 20cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Celadon Glaze Dragon Jar H: 33cm; W: 334cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Dish D: 45.5cm; H: 7.5cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Bowl H: 10.5cm; D: 22.5cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Sky Blue Glaze Dragon Zun Vase H: 52cm; W: 22cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Su Shi 72 x 38cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Ma Yuan 33 x 200cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Falangcai Glaze Landscape Vase H: 36cm; W: 20cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Ni Zan 90 x 36cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
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