Blue and White Dragon Meiping Vase with Cloud Motifs, Xuande Period of the Ming Dynasty (15th Century)

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Dimensions: Height 54 cm (approx. 21.26 inches high; approx. 1.77 feet high), Ming Dynasty, Xuande Period (15th Century)Condition & Provenance: The vase remains in good condition with a well-preserved form, naturally aged glaze surface, and authentic surface characteristics developed over time, including fine glaze crazing and signs of age. Provenance: Private Collection in New York, USA.Description: This Xuande-period Ming blue and white meiping vase is a classic example of early Ming imperial porcelain craftsmanship. The elegant meiping form features a graceful silhouette with a rounded shoulder, narrow neck, and stable base, creating a balanced and powerful presence. The surface is decorated with a dynamic dragon design surrounded by flowing cloud motifs, painted in rich cobalt blue with strong contrast and impressive artistic energy. Xuande blue and white porcelain is highly admired for its refined body, exceptional glazing, and masterful brushwork. Large dragon-decorated meiping vases of this quality were closely associated with imperial taste and palace display, representing one of the highest achievements of Ming dynasty ceramic production.

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