Southern Song Dynasty Hutian Kiln Qingbai Glazed Tripod Incense Burner with Mythical Beast Finial (12th–13th Century)

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Dimensions: Height 22.5 cm, width 14 cm (approximately 8.9 inches high, 5.5 inches wide, approximately 0.74 feet high, 0.46 feet wide; 12th–13th century)Condition and Provenance: The piece is in good condition, with the original form well preserved. The mythical beast finial remains clearly defined, and the surface displays the soft, jade-like luster of Hutian Qingbai glaze, along with natural firing characteristics and subtle signs of age. Provenance: Private Collection, Hong KongDescription: This Southern Song Hutian kiln Qingbai glazed incense burner is an elegant example of Song dynasty ceramic artistry. The rounded body rests on three sturdy legs, while the removable cover is topped with a finely modeled mythical beast finial. The piece is covered in the signature Qingbai glaze of Hutian ware, known for its delicate blue-white tone and smooth, luminous surface. The body is decorated with refined floral and scrolling patterns, showing the remarkable craftsmanship and attention to detail achieved by Jingdezhen ceramic artists during the Southern Song period. Hutian kiln was one of the most important ceramic centers of the Song dynasty, and incense burners of this type reflect the sophisticated taste of the Song elite, combining function, elegance, and artistic expression in a single object.

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