Longquan Celadon Dish

Description:

Longquan Celadon Dish, China, Ming dynasty style, with rounded sides and barbed mouth rim, resting on a short raised foot, unglazed base, the interior decorated with a molded lotus flower in an incised ring in the well, a band of floral and foliate scrolls on the cavetto, fluted exterior, the celadon glaze tinted with brown to yellow, allover crackling, ht. 1 3/8, dia. 9 1/8 in.
Estimate $300-500

hairline cracks to both interior and exterior, surface wear with many scratches particularly to well.


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords