A Cizhou Kiln Black-Ground Iron-Rust Painted Floral Meiping Vase, Song–Jin Dynasty, 12th Century

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Dimensions: Height 20.9 cm (8.23 in, 0.69 ft), Mouth diameter approximately 4.5 cm (1.77 in, 0.15 ft) (12th Century)Condition and Provenance: The vase is in good overall condition, with naturally preserved glaze surfaces showing kiln-fired variations and traces of age. The unglazed foot reveals the original clay body, and the piece remains well preserved. Provenance: Private Collection, New York, USA.Description: This elegant meiping vase represents a classic form produced by the Cizhou kilns during the Song–Jin period. The vessel features a small opening, a gently flared short rim, a short waisted neck, a full rounded shoulder, and a gracefully tapered body that narrows toward the base. The balanced silhouette reflects the traditional northern Chinese storage vessel form. The entire surface is covered with a deep black crystalline glaze, displaying a refined sheen with subtle silvery kiln-fired speckling that creates a calm and sophisticated appearance. The body is decorated with freely painted iron-rust floral motifs in warm brown tones, created through direct brush application without outlined contours. The expressive floral branches are rendered with confident strokes, flowing leaves, and natural movement, creating a striking contrast between the reddish-brown decoration and the dark ground glaze. The unglazed foot exposes a light beige clay body with a solid texture and an authentic hand-finished appearance. The glaze naturally gathers and falls along the surface, creating irregular edges characteristic of traditional kiln firing. Accompanied by an original Japanese paulownia storage box, the piece demonstrates a well-preserved collecting history. The bold floral decoration embodies the distinctive artistic spirit of Cizhou ware, known for its spontaneous brushwork and strong folk aesthetic, combining practical function with exceptional ceramic artistry.

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