Pair of Song Dynasty Poet-Inspired Inscribed “Heart-Shaped” Bowls (Song Dynasty Period)Dimensions & Weight: 11th–13th Century; Each bowl: Diameter 13.2 cm (5.20 in.), Height 8 cm (3.15 in.); Pair

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Condition & Provenance: The pair is in good condition with well-preserved forms. The surfaces display natural age-related crazing and subtle traces of use consistent with antique ceramic wares.The bowls feature a white glazed body decorated with poetic inscriptions and painted motifs, reflecting the refined taste of Song Dynasty literati culture. From a private collection in New York, USA.Description: This pair of Song Dynasty bowls represents the elegant lifestyle and artistic refinement of the Chinese scholar class. The graceful open-mouth form, deep rounded body, and raised foot create a balanced and sophisticated silhouette typical of Song period ceramics.The white glazed surfaces are enhanced with poetic inscriptions, along with decorative images of vessels and floral motifs, creating a charming connection between literature, painting, and everyday objects. During the Song Dynasty, ceramics became an important expression of personal taste, where simplicity, harmony, and intellectual elegance were highly valued.With its carefully arranged decoration, classical poetic elements, and understated beauty, this pair of bowls offers a wonderful example of Song Dynasty ceramic artistry and the close relationship between scholarly culture and fine craftsmanship.

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