Southern Song Dynasty (12th–13th Century) Jizhou Kiln Black-Glazed Paper-Cut Appliqué Plum Vase

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Dimensions: Southern Song Dynasty (12th–13th Century) H. 21.5 cm (8.46 in / 0.71 ft)，Condition & Provenance: Good overall condition with well-preserved form. The surface displays natural kiln-fired variations, aged wear, and traces of soil accumulation consistent with long-term aging. The exposed foot retains original firing marks and trimming details. Provenance: From a private collection in California, USA.Description: This elegant Jizhou kiln plum vase represents one of the most distinctive decorative traditions of Southern Song ceramics. The vase features a well-balanced silhouette with a rolled rim, short neck, full rounded shoulder, and a gently tapering body resting on an exposed foot. The entire surface is covered with a deep black-brown glaze enriched with natural kiln transformation effects, displaying subtle blue-gray and golden-brown speckling throughout. The warm, restrained glaze creates a refined and antique appearance. One side of the body preserves the iconic paper-cut appliqué decoration of a flowering plum branch, where the dark floral motif merges beautifully with the flowing kiln-fired glaze. The interior rim is covered with a rich brown glaze, while the unglazed foot reveals the coarse gray-white clay body and original wheel-trimming marks. With its sophisticated glaze effects and expressive floral decoration, this piece reflects the artistic achievement of Jizhou ware and represents a highly collectible example of Southern Song dynasty ceramics.

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