Longquan Ware Vase Carved with Plums, Ming Dynasty

China, 15th century, Ming dynasty
Dimensions: 7″ (17.78cm) H

A porcelain celadon green baluster vase with short neck and inverted lip. The surface of the vase is carved with swirling floral patterns and the tapered base is carved with a vertical linear pattern. The foot of the vase is left unglazed and is burned lightly during firing.

Celadon refers to green glazed stoneware and porcelain wares from China, Japan, and Korea. It is a broad term that encompasses various hues of green; although other green ware types such as green jun and ge wares help to delineate the spectrum of green-glazed ceramics. Celadon originated in Zhejiang Province during the East Han Dynasty. Producing Celadon wares involves a reducing atmosphere of 1300 degrees centigrade. The pigment is a combination of iron oxide and titanium, which is applied in thick washes to produce a rich yet soft surface quality.

PROVENANCE
The Estate of June Noble Gibson, Greenwich, CT, USA

Compare with A ‘Longquan’ celadon vase (meiping), Sotheby’s Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art. New York. 14 September 2011
Estimate 35,000 – 45,000 USD

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