Yuan Dynasty (14th Century) Blue and White Dish with Mandarin Ducks Among Floral Motifs, Lobed Rim

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Dimensions: Diameter 16.6cm (6.5inches), 14th Century Yuan Dynasty Porcelain，Condition & Provenance: Good condition with natural kiln marks, light surface wear, and aged soil deposits consistent with age. The base retains the original unglazed firing surface and kiln support marks. Provenance: Private Collection, New York, USA.Description: This Yuan dynasty blue and white dish features an elegant lobed rim with a softly undulating profile. The body is decorated with deep cobalt-blue painting on a white porcelain ground, showing rich color variation and characteristic iron-brown spotting from the firing process. The central decoration depicts two mandarin ducks flying among chrysanthemum blossoms and scrolling foliage. The birds are finely rendered with detailed feathers and expressive movement, surrounded by flourishing flowers and intertwined vines that create a full and balanced composition. The rim is decorated with a continuous scrolling border, adding a refined decorative frame to the scene. The underside reveals an unglazed firing surface with fine kiln support impressions, aged deposits, and traces of long-term use. With its lively brushwork, harmonious composition, and auspicious imagery of paired ducks symbolizing harmony and prosperity, this piece represents the refined decorative style of Yuan dynasty blue and white porcelain.

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