Ming Xuande Period, Blue‑and‑White Stem Bowl with Intertwined Floral‑Fruit Motifs

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Dimensions：D.14.5cm (0.476ft) Condition & Provenance：Completely intact, soft lustrous glaze, rich saturated cobalt‑blue tone, minor age‑related wear on rim, well‑preserved base mark, no cracks or restoration. Former private collection of Richard Stone, San Francisco, California, U.S.A. Acquired in Hong Kong in 1970s, family descent. No prior public auction, publication or exhibition records. Description：This stem bowl is a fine imperial porcelain work of Xuande reign. It has flared mouth, curved body and tall stem foot. The interior base bears six‑character blue‑and‑white reign mark “Da Ming Xuan De Nian Zhi”. Outer rim is decorated with continuous key‑fret border; bowl wall is covered with radiating chrysanthemum‑petal patterns rendered in bold brushwork; stem foot is ornamented with scrolling foliage. Inner centre displays sprouting longevity‑fruit motif, while inner wall is fully painted with winding intertwined lotus blooms with luxuriant leaves. The cobalt blue presents vivid hue with natural characteristic Xuande‑period smudging effect. Vigorous drawing lines and well‑balanced composition. Stem‑bowl form inherited from Yuan dynasty, achieved superb craftsmanship in Xuande era. With neat shape, multi‑layered ornament and authentic reign mark, it stands as an outstanding imperial blue‑and‑white treasure of Ming Xuande period.

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