Longquan Kiln Pink-Celadon Washer With Applied Twin Fish Motif, Yuan Dynasty

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Dimensions: 11.7 cm (4.61 inches) in diameter, 3 cm (1.18 inches) in height. A scholar's washing vessel made in the Yuan Longquan kiln during the 13th-14th century. Condition and Provenance: This vessel is in excellent condition, without cracks, defects, glaze peeling, or signs of artificial repair. It is covered in a natural pinkish-green glaze, with a faint natural patina visible at the rim. The unglazed foot rim exposes the natural red earthenware, with the glaze tightly bonded to the body and no glaze peeling. The lotus petal pattern on the outer side is sharply defined and three-dimensional; the double fish pattern on the inner base is intact. There is no modern artificial aging or dyeing; all kiln marks and signs of centuries of wear are perfectly preserved. This porcelain piece entered the possession of a private collector of Ming and Qing dynasty porcelain in Houston, Texas, USA in 2023. California and New York were the most important global trading centers for Ming and Qing dynasty porcelain. Description: This museum-quality everted rim washer is an iconic piece from the Yuan Dynasty Longquan kiln. It served as a tabletop ornament or a Buddhist offering, and was one of the most exported Longquan porcelain shapes along ancient maritime trade routes. It features a wide, everted rim, gently sloping inner walls that taper towards a narrow foot, creating a compact and harmonious overall shape with perfectly balanced proportions. Both the interior and exterior are covered in a soft, milky-pink celadon glaze with a subtle bluish sheen, showcasing the unique texture of Yuan Dynasty Longquan porcelain. The interior base is carved with two swimming fish facing each other, their scales, fins, heads, and tails clearly defined and seamlessly integrated with the glaze. Thin glaze sections subtly reveal a pale yellowish-brown hue. The double-fish motif symbolizes abundance and prosperity, a timeless auspicious design in Song and Yuan celadon. The exterior is decorated with a band of full lotus leaf patterns, the lines clear and distinct, demonstrating meticulous craftsmanship. The foot rim is neatly trimmed, revealing the unglazed base and showcasing the classic red glaze characteristic of Longquan porcelain. The glaze is dense and solid, with a natural, aged luster. Longquan kilns reached large-scale production during the Yuan Dynasty. Double-fish washers were not only used in the studies of domestic scholars and temples but were also produced in large quantities for export. Although this type of vessel can still be found on the antique market, pieces with pure glaze and intact fish patterns are extremely rare. This washer has a pure glaze, vivid and complete decoration, is well-preserved, and possesses clear characteristics of its era. As an outstanding physical specimen for studying Yuan Dynasty Longquan manufacturing techniques, the ancient Maritime Silk Road export porcelain trade, and the symbolic meaning of traditional Chinese auspicious ceramics, it has immense appeal for desktop display, antique collection value, and historical research significance for overseas ceramic trade.

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