Northern Song Dynasty Jun Kiln Sky-Blue Glazed Tripod Censer with Copper-Red Flambé Effect, 11th–12th Century
拍品描述
Dimensions: Height 13 cm, Diameter 14.5 cm (Approx. 5.12 in. high, 5.71 in. diameter; approx. 0.43 ft. high, 0.48 ft. diameter)Condition & Provenance: The censer is well preserved, featuring the distinctive sky-blue Jun glaze with a naturally developed copper-red flambé effect. The surface displays gentle age-related glaze variations, and the three supporting feet remain intact. Provenance: Private Collection, California, USADescription: This Northern Song Dynasty Jun kiln tripod censer showcases the elegant simplicity and refined proportions highly valued in Song Dynasty ceramics. The rounded body is supported by three feet, creating a balanced and graceful silhouette. The vessel is covered in a rich sky-blue glaze with striking areas of natural copper-red transformation created during the firing process, reflecting the famous Jun kiln tradition of unpredictable and highly prized kiln effects. Known for its luminous glaze and artistic spontaneity, Jun ware represents one of the greatest achievements of Chinese ceramic history. This censer combines functional elegance with the sophisticated aesthetic ideals of Song Dynasty scholars and collectors.
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