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Material: Celadon
A Molded Longquan Celadon 'Fu Shou' Ewer, Ming Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
One side of the vase showcases a panel with the Shou character at its center, symbolizing longevity, while the opposite side displays the Fu character, signifying luck. The neck of t...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
Longquan Celadon 'Lotus Petal' Jar And Cover, Northern Song Dynasty)
Located in seoul, KR
The jar is sturdily potted with an oval shaped body carved with overlapping lotus petals below the straight neck. All covered with a crackled glaze of olive-green color with the exce...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
Rare Yue Celadon Chicken-Head Ewer, Jin-Southern Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Chicken-head celadon is among the most distinct and emblematic piece from the dynamic yet innovative era spanning from the Han (206 BC - AD 220) to the Tang (618-907) dynasties. Thei...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
Rare Yue Celadon-Glazed Figural Vessel, Western Jin dynasty (265-420)
Located in seoul, KR
This vessel is well-modeled as a recumbent winged lion with detailed decorative elements. It features a grimacing face with large protruberant eyes under heavy brows and a gaping mou...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
Carved 'Longquan' Celadon-glazed Funerary vase and cover, Song dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vase features a ribbed body, subtly enhancing its graceful contours, and is topped with a uniquely sculpted lid adorned with figurative elements.
Period : Song Dynasty
Type : Ce...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
Carved 'Yaozhou' Celadon-Glazed Bowl, Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The bowl is potted with steep, flared sides and decorated to the interior with stylized peonies among scrolling tendrils. The exterior is carved with vertical lines below the everted...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
Rare Yue Celadon Chicken-Head Ewer, Jin-Southern Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Chicken-head ewers are among the most distinct and emblematic pottery pieces from the dynamic yet innovative era spanning from the Han (206 BC - AD 220) to the Tang (618~907) dynasti...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon, Stoneware
A Longquan Celadon-Glazed 'Dragon' Dish, Yuan Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The dish is decorated to the centre with a moulded appliqué dragon chasing the flaming pearl surrounded by a carved stylised foliage band at the cavetto. The moulded fluted exterior ...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
Celadon Vase, Five Dynasties or Northern Song dynasty, 10th-11th Century
Located in seoul, KR
The form of Longquan celadon vases from the Northern Song dynasty evolved from an early design with a long neck and tapering body to a later ovoid body with a shorter neck. Over time, the glaze developed a more olive tone, and the carved decorations became more pronounced and intricate. Examples of such vases include one without a cover dated to the Yuanfeng era (1078~1085) and documented in literature, and another similar vase without loop handles preserved by the Qingyuan County Cultural Relics Bureau. An earlier example featuring loop handles and a lotus-like cover is also mentioned in historical texts.
The use of Longquan covered vases, especially as funerary jars for offerings like wine and grains, was highlighted by an inscription on a piece from the Sir Percival David Collection, London. This inscription wishes for the vessel to preserve fragrant wine for centuries, blessing the owner with prosperity, longevity, and a vast lineage, dated to the third year of the Yuanfeng period (1080). This practice was common in the regions of Southern Zhejiang and Northern Fujian. A similar celadon vase from the Linyushanren collection was auctioned at Christie’s Hong Kong, emphasizing the cultural and historical significance of these artifacts.
Period : Five Dynasties or Northern Song Dynasty
Type : Celadon, Zhejiang province
Medium : Celadon
Size : 31.5 cm(Height) x 11.5(Diameter)
Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong
Reference :
1) The British Museum image id - 01613270570
2) Christies New York 23–24 MAR 2023 - Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art - Lot 1012
(Price Range : USD 18,000 – USD 25,000 / Type : Related)
3) National Gallery of Victoria - Accession Number - AS5-1973
* Celadon from Five Dynasties (907~960) to the early Northern Song Dynasty (960~1127)
The period from the Five Dynasties (907~960) to the early Northern Song Dynasty (960~1127) marked a significant transitional phase in the development of Chinese celadon ceramics...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
Carved 'Longquan' Celadon-Glazed Tripod Censer, Ming dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This censer is characterized by its tripod form, which means it stands on three feet. Incense burners from the Ming dynasty are often highly regarded for their craftsmanship and the quality of the glaze texture and coloration. This piece features finely carved patterns that likely draw inspiration from traditional Chinese motifs. Such items were commonly used for burning incense and sometimes served as significant decorative pieces in ceremonial spaces or the homes of the elite.
Period: Ming Dynasty (1368~1644)
Region: Longquan, China
Medium: Stoneware - Celadon glazed
Type: Tripod censer
Size : 24.2 cm(Diameter) , 10.8cm(Height)
Provenance : Acquired in 1999, Hongkong
Reference : Sotheby's Newyork 26 September 2023 - CHINA / 5000 YEARS - Lot1135
* Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon
Longquan celadon from the Ming Dynasty typically exhibits a more robust and heavier stoneware body compared to its Song Dynasty predecessors. The Ming era saw an evolution in celadon glaze, achieving a wider spectrum of green hues, from olive to bluish-greens. Ming celadons...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
Small Celadon Chrysanthemum Dish, Northern Song Dynasty(AD 960~1127)
Located in seoul, KR
Potted with the fluted sides rising from a recessed base, carved to the interior with Chrysanthemum, covered overall with a grayish-green glaze, save for a ring to the underside left unglazed to reveal the gray stoneware...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
Longquan Celadon 'Dragon' Jar and Cover, Song Dynasty(1127–1279)
Located in seoul, KR
A similar jar with a cover, part of the Avery Brundage collection at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, is featured in Mary Tregear's "Song Ceramics" (London, 1982, plate 286). T...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
Longquan Celadon Five-Spouted Jar, Northern Song Dynasty (AD 960~1127)
Located in seoul, KR
Thickly potted with an ovoid body of five horizontal lobes tapering toward the top, carries both aesthetic and practical values. The jar is intricately carved with rows of upright lo...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
Rare Yue Celadon-Glazed Two Haitai Statues, Western Jin dynasty (265-420)
Located in seoul, KR
* Set item(Two statues)
The statue on the left seems to be a mythical beast standing in a poised and alert stance, with its mouth open as if roaring or breathing fire. Its body is covered in detailed carvings that resemble scales and feathers, indicative of the high level of craftsmanship during the Jin Dynasty. The creature’s presence is both regal and intimidating, suggesting it might have been believed to possess protective properties.
The statue on the right presents a more stoic and solid stance, with a broad chest and a upright head. Its facial expression is stern, with deep-carved eyes and an open mouth that reveals its teeth, adding to its majestic and formidable appearance. The mane and other body features are intricately detailed, suggesting a high level of artistic skill in its creation.
Period : Western Jin Dynasty (266 - 316 AD)
Type : Haitai Statue
Medium : Yue celadon...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Export Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
A Rare 'Yue' Celadon Glazed Octagonal Vase, Western Jin Dynasty (266 - 316 AD)
Located in seoul, KR
Finely potted with incurved facetted sides divided by raised ribs and set with two short lugs to the shoulder, the body rising to a short octagonal neck, the domed cover of conforming section, surrounded by an upturned rim and surmounted by a bud finial, applied overall with a celadon glaze of the period.
A related vase of this rare and charming form, in the Zhenjiang Museum, Zhenjiang, is illustrated in the Complete Collection of Chinese Ceramics. Song, vol. 8, Shanghai, 1999, pl. 52. Vases of related octagonal shape were produced at the Ding kilns, in Hebei province, and the qingbai kilns in Jiangxi province; see a Ding vase in the Palace Museum, Beijing, illustrated in Selection of Ding Ware. The Palace Museum’s Collection and Archaeological Excavation, Beijing, 2002, pl. 37; and a qingbai example, from the Meiyintang collection, illustrated in Regina Krahl, Chinese Ceramics from the Meiyintang Collection, vol. 3 (II), London, 2006, pl. 1590; and another carved with a floral scroll, included in the exhibition Song Ceramics from the Kwan Collection, Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong Kong, 1994, cat. no. 105.
Period : Western Jin Dynasty (266 - 316 AD)
Type : Octagonal Vase
Medium : Yue celadon...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
Longquan Celadon Figurine, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Located in seoul, KR
This sculpture is a Longquan celadon from the Ming Dynasty, renowned for its rich and jade-like green glaze. The figurine is likely a representation of a Buddhist deity or a revered scholar, showcasing the calm aesthetic expressions and graceful contours prevalent during the era. The spectrum of celadon glaze ranges from a dense grey stoneware to a nearly white porcelain texture, with unglazed parts revealing a terracotta brown upon firing. Such pieces were often part of household altars, reflecting the era's spiritual devotion. This artifact would be a treasured exhibit in any museum's Asian art collection, symbolizing both religious reverence and artistic excellence.
Period: Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Region: Longquan, China
Medium: Stoneware - Celadon glazed, with a range from heavy grey to almost white porcelain-like material
Type: Sculpture
Height : 24.5 cm
Provenance : Acquired in 1999, Hongkong
* Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon
Longquan celadon from the Ming Dynasty typically exhibits a more robust and heavier stoneware body compared to its Song Dynasty predecessors. The Ming era saw an evolution in celadon glaze, achieving a wider spectrum of green hues, from olive to bluish-greens. Ming celadons...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Celadon Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
A Yue Celadon-Glazed Figural Vessel, Western Jin dynasty (265-420)
Located in seoul, KR
This vessel is well-modeled as a recumbent winged lion with detailed decorative elements. It features a grimacing face with large protruberant eyes under heavy brows and a gaping mouth, which forms a large aperture. The piece has a tail that arches to form a loop handle, and the wings are incised on the sides. The whole piece is finished with a thin olive-green glaze.
This kind of figural vessel dates back to at least the Western Han dynasty, with the design fully developed in the Yue kilns of Zhejiang province during the 3rd and 4th centuries. Such zoomorphic forms became popular among the literati and were transformed into various functional objects like wine ewers and water pots.
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Period : Western Jin Dynasty (266 - 316 AD)
Type : Figural vessel
Medium : Yue celadon(Stoneware)
Provenance : The piece was acquired in Hong Kong in late 1990s.
Reference :
1) Sotheby's New York 17 March 2015 - Chinese Art Through The Eye Of Sakamoto Gorō – Ceramics Lot 33
(Price Range : 15,000 USD-20,000 USD / Type : Highly related)
2) Sotheby's London 17 May 2023 - A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Online. Part I - Lot 30
(Price realised : 13,970 GBP / Type : Closely related)
3) Ethnological Museum, Berlin, Germany - Pouring vessel in animal shape, China, Yue kilns, Zhejiang province, late Western or early Eastern Jin dynasty, 4th century
4) Sotheby's London 16 May 2018 - Important Chinese Art Lot 68
(Price realised : 50,000 GBP / Type : Closely related)
* Yue Celadon
Yue celadon, also known as Yue ware, is a type of Chinese pottery with a celadon glaze, originating from the eastern Han dynasty in the Zhejiang province. The name 'Yue' comes from the Yue kilns which were among the earliest to develop the celadon technique. Yue ware is known for its jade-like glaze, which can range in color from bluish-green to olive green.
Yue celadon was highly regarded during its time and was the first Chinese ware...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Export Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
14th - 16th Century, Sukhothai, Antique Sukhothai Thai Celadon Glazed Dish
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Sukhothai celadon glazed dish.
Age: Thailand, Sukhothai Period, Sawankhalok kiln, 14th - 16th Century
Size: Diameter 23.8 C.M. / Thickness 8.7 C.M. (size excluding stand)
Co...
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
Shaped Antique Oval Chinese Plate
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Shaped antique oval Chinese plate from my private collection: simply elegant, for any use on any table. It's one of my private collection, about 35 years...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
Chinese Carved Pale Caledon Vase and Cover
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Chinese carved pale caledon vase and cover
Carved in the form of a "mythical chicken" standing erect with long plumage, front neck has a very unusual...
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Antique Ceremonial Urns, Song Dynasty, 12th-13th Century
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Two tall ceremonial urns dating from the 12th-13th century, Southern Song dynasty. These two stunning vases depict 12 traditional ritual attendan...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Other Antique Celadon Antiquities
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Celadon
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