Northern Song Dynasty Ding Kiln White Porcelain Flower-Shaped Dish (11th–12th Century)

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Dimensions: Diameter 15.5 cm, height 3.5 cm (approximately 6.1 inches, approximately 0.14 feet; 11th–12th century)Condition and Provenance: The dish is in good condition, with the original form well preserved. The surface displays the refined white glaze characteristic of Ding ware, with subtle firing variations and natural signs of age. Provenance: Private Collection, California, USADescription: This elegant Northern Song Ding kiln white porcelain dish features a delicately shaped flower-form rim, a shallow rounded body, and a neatly formed foot. The refined white glaze highlights the simplicity and sophistication that define Song dynasty ceramic aesthetics. The graceful outline of the floral rim reflects the Song period’s appreciation for natural beauty and balanced design. Ding ware was one of the most celebrated ceramic traditions of the Song dynasty, admired for its fine porcelain body, luminous white glaze, and elegant shapes. This type of flower-shaped dish represents the refined taste of the Northern Song period and offers an excellent example of the craftsmanship and artistic sensibility of Chinese white porcelain.

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