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Chinese Ming dynasty Martaban 39 Inch Stoneware Storage Vase with Dragons

$2,700
£2,030.18
€2,357.53
CA$3,770.49
A$4,181.76
CHF 2,196.05
MX$51,354.94
NOK 27,799.95
SEK 26,215.73
DKK 17,589.80
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Large Martaban Ming dynasty stoneware storage vase with dragons, 14th century. Beautiful Ochoa and yellow-brown glaze with decorated dragons and Ming clouds. Applied snail or dragon loops for ropes to hold down lid for storage and transport on vessels throughout Southeast Asia where these vessels were revered and collected for their beauty and utility. Ming dynasty (1368-1644) Measures: Height 39 inches Diameter 20.5 inches Condition: Excellent. One tight line lower vase 15 inches long (I owned and displayed the vase in my house for over six months and never noticed hairline until I took photos for this listing). AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return if the items are not as described. Please also consider Avantique’s antique and ancient Asian Art Collection of Han Dynasty, Tang Dynasty, Ming Dynasty, Qing, and Republic period items to complete your home and office decorations with class. Avantiques has Asian pottery, terra cotta, bronze, and paintings to complement your collection. We strive to collect the highest quality Asian antiquities in exceptional condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Diameter: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Style:
    Ming (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Stoneware,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1400
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. One hairline crack.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1774210184411

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