A Chenghua Period Blue and White Bowl with Auspicious Mythical Beast Decoration, Ming Dynasty, Chenghua Reign (1465–1487), 15th Century

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Dimensions: Height: 9 cm (approx. 3.54 in, approx. 0.30 ft); Diameter: 17.5 cm (approx. 6.89 in, approx. 0.57 ft); 15th-century Ming Dynasty porcelainCondition & Provenance: Good overall condition with a smooth and refined glaze surface. The porcelain body remains well preserved with natural signs of age consistent with its history. From a private collection in New York, USA.Description: This Chenghua period blue and white bowl reflects the refined elegance of Ming imperial porcelain. The balanced form, fine white porcelain body, and soft transparent glaze showcase the delicate craftsmanship associated with the Chenghua imperial kilns. The exterior is decorated with auspicious mythical beasts moving among flowing clouds, painted in graceful cobalt blue with elegant and controlled brushwork. The interior features a simple floral design that enhances the overall harmony of the piece. The blue six-character mark reading “Da Ming Chenghua Nian Zhi” on the base further connects this bowl to the imperial porcelain tradition of the Ming Dynasty. It represents the sophisticated taste and exceptional artistic achievement of 15th-century Chinese court ceramics.

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