Qing dynasty, white ground with speckled blue glaze, green glaze lip, old sticker labels with auction lot number, carved wood stand, 2-5/8 in.Note: Wilhelmine Kirby Waller was the granddaughter of Thomas Ellis Kirby, founding partner of the American Art Association, which became the first major auction house in the United States, selling over 60 million dollars worth of art during its existence from 1883-1924. Gustavus Kirby, Wilhelmine's father, was an important member of the American Olympic Committee and was involved in the AAA business with his father. Wilhelmine, a noted equestrienne, focused her pursuits on horse breeding at the successful Tanrackin Farm in Bedford, New York. She was on several Presidential Commissions focusing on conservation and the environment, as well as serving as the President of the Garden Club of America. These objects offered here were passed down through the family and Wilhelmine to the current consignor. Provenance: Lady Mary Stewart Evans (Claflin), purchased in England in the early 20th century; Estate of Wilhelmine Kirby Waller, Bedford, New York; by descent品相报告: anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, small chip and wear to base