Yue Kiln Celadon Ritual Vessel with Applied Figures and Flying Birds (Eastern Han to Three Kingdoms Period, circa 2nd–3rd century)

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Dimensions: Height 23.2 cm (approximately 9.1 inches, approximately 0.76 feet); Eastern Han to Three Kingdoms Period, circa 2nd–3rd century Yue celadon ware，Condition & Provenance: The piece remains in good overall condition, preserving natural glaze crazing, aged surface characteristics, and original firing marks. The applied figures and flying bird decorations are well preserved with clear details. Provenance: Private Collection, California, USA，Description: This Yue kiln celadon vessel is a distinctive early Chinese ceramic work with a refined yet powerful presence. The vessel features an everted rim, a waisted neck, a full rounded body, and an openwork flat base, creating a balanced and dignified silhouette associated with early ritual and display ceramics. The entire surface is covered with a soft gray-green celadon glaze, showing natural fine crazing and subtle variations of green tones developed over centuries. The rim is decorated with two raised bands, while the rounded body is accented with simple circular grooves. The most remarkable feature is the three-dimensional applied decoration around the neck, where multiple seated figures appear in a meditative pose with hands held together in a gesture of reverence. Between the figures are finely modeled flying birds, creating a lively scene with rich depth and movement. The decoration was created through a combination of molding and applied clay techniques, preserving strong sculptural details and reflecting the craftsmanship of early Yue kiln production. The openwork base reveals the original grayish clay body with reddish firing support marks, providing important evidence of ancient kiln techniques. Vessels decorated with applied figures and birds are rare within Yue celadon production, combining sculptural artistry, elegant glaze, and historical significance in a remarkable early Chinese ceramic masterpiece.

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