STAIR
Live Auction

Taste & Connoisseurship: The Chinese Porcelain Company - September 18, 2025

Thu, Sep 18, 2025 10:00AM EDT
  2025-09-18 10:00:00 2025-09-18 10:00:00 America/New_York STAIR STAIR : Taste & Connoisseurship: The Chinese Porcelain Company - September 18, 2025 https://bid.stairgalleries.com/auctions/stair-galleries/taste-connoisseurship-the-chinese-porcelain-company---september-18-2025-19720
Since its founding in 1984, The Chinese Porcelain Company has remained at the pinnacle of taste and connoisseurship in the world of art and antiques. Stewarded by Pierre Durand and Khalil Rizk, the gallery’s focus has been on quality above all, from Old Master paintings to European furniture, Venetian glass to contemporary artisan-designed objects and Asian works of art. Together, their partnership created one of New York’s most prestigious venues for sourcing rare and beautiful fine and decorative arts. 
STAIR internetrequests@stairgalleries.com
  • Taste & Connoisseurship: The Chinese Porcelain Company
Lot 543

Rafael Freyre Studio Hand Carved Stone Table: Soil Map No. 1

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
Starting Bid
$2,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

30 x 4 ft. 3 1/2 in. x 31 1/2 in.

 

Note on the artist from Architectural Digest: Rafael Freyre, based in Lima, Peru, focuses his experimental art and architecture practice on exploring the relationship between contemporary habitat and natural environments through architecture, design, and art. His projects—which have a distinct aesthetic and materiality— are based on the observation of the territory and establish "new relationships between the body, nature, and the environment, as a collective and collaborative fabric." From his perspective, he seeks to "expand and transform the languages and models established in the colony and propagated by industrial modernity," integrating natural and cultural diversity, local knowledge, and local histories.

Mapa de Suelos ("soil map") is inspired by the layered geology of Peruvian landscapes. It's made from fragmented stone considered waste by large industry, and sourced from several regions of Peru. The construction is a labor intensive process: diverse stones including marble, travertine, and onyx from Andean quarries are seamlessly joined by hand. Each piece takes months to build.

Condition

In good overall condition with very minor scuffs and wear. Structurally sound.

Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

Available payment options

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Amex
  • Diners
  • Discover
  • JCB
  • Union Pay

COLLECTION FROM STAIR: We suggest requesting a quote for packing and shipping prior to bidding on an item, as you will be responsible for collection or shipping if you are the successful bidder. We are open for pickups Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 12pm and again from 1pm to 4:30pm. Please call us at 518.751.1000 to schedule collection. We ask that you collect your items or make collection arrangements within 10 days of your purchase. Below is a list of shippers our clients use on a regular basis, but feel free to use your shipper of choice. For smaller items that can be boxed and shipped: UPS Store #4541 230 Kings Mall Court Kingston, New York 12401 T: 845.336.4877 F: 845.336.3832 E: store4541@theupsstore.com UPS Store #5539 160 Fairview Avenue Hudson, New York 12534 T: 518.828.8777 F: 518.822.8727 E: store5539@theupsstore.com UPS Store #4861 6565 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, New York 12572 T: 845.876.3357 F: 845.876.3524 E: store4861@theupsstore.com For furniture and other large items: Meticulous Inc. T: 845.256.7047 F: 845.256.7039 E: meticulousmovers@live.com Sure Express 1-800-335-9996 judy@sureexpress.com Worldwide Shipping: James Bourlet, Inc. T: 718.392.9770 F: 718.392.2470 www.bourlet.org Cadogan Tate Fine Art Worldwide Fine Art Logistics T: 718.706.7999 F: 718.707.2847 E: fineartny@cadogantate.com www.cadogantate.com. When arranging collection with your shipper, please ask them to email BOL@stairgalleries.com to submit a Bill of Lading and request a pickup time 48-hours in advance.

Directly from the artist. 

The Chinese Porcelain Company.