Northern Song Dynasty Yaozhou Kiln Celadon Long-Necked Vase (11th Century)
拍品描述
Dimensions: 23 cm (9.1 in) high, 11th centuryCondition and Provenance: Good overall condition with well-preserved glaze, showing natural kiln characteristics and age-related surface marks; from a private collection in New York, USADescription: This Northern Song dynasty Yaozhou kiln celadon vase represents the refined elegance of one of China’s most celebrated northern ceramic traditions. The vase features a graceful long neck, gently flared mouth, faceted shoulder, and a carefully balanced silhouette that reflects the sophisticated craftsmanship of the Song period. Covered in a soft olive-green celadon glaze, the surface displays the subtle depth and warm tone characteristic of Yaozhou wares. The angular lower body and clean architectural lines highlight the kiln’s exceptional control of form and proportion. Works of this type were highly admired during the Song dynasty for their restrained beauty and harmony between shape and glaze, making them important examples of classical Chinese ceramics.
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