Fine Blue and White Double-Gourd Ewer with Floral Scroll Decoration, Yongle Period, Ming Dynasty (1403–1424)

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Dimensions: Height: 13 cm (5.12 in); 15th Century.Condition & Provenance: The double-gourd ewer retains its original cover, spout, and handle. The cobalt-blue decoration remains vibrant beneath a lustrous glaze. The body is finely potted with a naturally exposed foot showing expected kiln characteristics and age-related wear. Minor handling wear is present, and the piece is well preserved overall. Provenance: Private Collection, California, USA.Description: This elegant double-gourd ewer represents the refined craftsmanship of the Yongle imperial kilns. Its harmonious proportions, rounded double-gourd form, curved handle, short spout, and domed cover reflect the sophisticated aesthetic of early Ming court ceramics. The vessel is decorated in underglaze cobalt blue with scrolling floral vines and cloud motifs, executed with fluid brushwork and the rich tonal variations characteristic of Yongle blue-and-white porcelain. Influenced by Islamic artistic traditions while maintaining a distinctly Chinese elegance, this form is among the most admired creations of the early Ming period and remains highly sought after by museums and collectors worldwide.

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