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Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Zodiac Jar, c. 1350

$2,480
£1,891.38
€2,179.36
CA$3,542.62
A$3,894.70
CHF 2,013.23
MX$46,602.61
NOK 25,416.61
SEK 23,828.78
DKK 16,276.71

About the Item

Beautiful in its imperfection, this green glazed jar from Yunnan province is an offering vessel, or spirit jar, originally filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and grains. Attributed to the Yuan dynasty (1271-1368) or earlier, the terracotta jar is richly aged with visible erosion to the glaze and a texture only time can achieve. Potted to a tapered, ovoid form, the jar is decorated with a ruffled trim and an array of Buddhist motifs in low relief, including seated Bodhisattvas, lotus medallions and a procession of zodiac animals. With origins in ancient Chinese cosmology, the twelve animals of the zodiac are believed to have journeyed to pay their last respects to the historic Buddha before he passed into final nirvana. The jar exterior is cloaked in a fantastic green drip glaze, now aged with crackled wear and tonal color variation from earthy brown to jade green. One hairline crack to rim.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Diameter: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Terracotta,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1350
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. One hairline crack to rim.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YUN01881stDibs: LU820047089552

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