Southern Song Longquan Kiln Celadon Beating-Club-Shaped Vase (12th–13th Century, China)

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Dimensions: Height 19.5 cm; Approx. 7.7 in high; Approx. 0.64 ft high (12th–13th Century)Material: Porcelain with Longquan Celadon GlazeCondition & Provenance: Good overall condition with a smooth and well-preserved glaze surface. The celadon glaze displays a soft jade-like appearance with a subtle blue-green tone. The vessel remains intact with natural kiln-fired characteristics visible on the base, reflecting its age and history. Provenance: From a private collection in Hong Kong.Description: This Southern Song Longquan kiln celadon vase represents the refined simplicity and elegant craftsmanship that define Song dynasty ceramics. The vessel features a distinctive beating-club form with a tall neck, rounded shoulder, and balanced body, creating a graceful and understated silhouette. Covered in a rich celadon glaze, the surface has a smooth jade-like quality with a calm blue-green tone, reflecting the sophisticated taste of the Southern Song period. Longquan kiln was one of the most important centers of Chinese celadon production during the Song and Yuan dynasties, celebrated for its elegant shapes and luminous glazes. This vase beautifully demonstrates the Song aesthetic preference for purity, balance, and quiet elegance, making it a highly desirable piece among collectors of classical Chinese ceramics.

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