Song Dynasty (10th–13th Century) Hutian Kiln Qingbai Glazed Garlic-Head Vase with Incised Dragon Decoration

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Dimensions: Height 25.5 cm (10 inches); Maximum diameter 12 cm (4.7 inches); 10th-13th century; Condition and provenance: This vase is in excellent overall condition with a well-preserved glaze. The surface displays natural kiln firing textures and subtle signs of aging from long-term storage. Original firing marks, including dark kiln slag and soil deposits, are visible on the exposed foot, reflecting its historical characteristics. Provenance: Private collection, New York, USA. Description: This celadon garlic-head vase is 25.5 cm high and has a maximum diameter of 12 cm. The mouth is garlic-shaped, the neck is slender and graceful, the body is rounded and drooping, and the foot flares outwards. The overall shape is elegant and refined, with smooth lines, exhibiting typical characteristics of Song Dynasty ceramics. The entire vase is covered with a lustrous celadon glaze, presenting a soft blue-white tone and radiating a warm and delicate sheen. The vase is decorated with exquisite incised patterns; the neck is adorned with floral patterns and horizontal lines, while the main body is engraved with a coiled dragon motif. The unglazed foot rim reveals the yellowish body of the porcelain, with wheel-firing marks and dark kiln slag along the edges, preserving traces of early firing techniques. This vase boasts an elegant shape, exquisite incised decoration, and a delicate celadon glaze, fully showcasing the superb aesthetics of Song Dynasty Hutian kiln decorative ceramics.

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