Yuan Dynasty Blue‑and‑White Dragon Cloud Meiping Vase

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Dimensions: 30 cm high. Condition and Provenance: Excellent condition; no cracks or chips on the mouth, body, or base. The cobalt blue pigment is well-preserved, the glaze is glossy and lustrous, the decoration is intact, and the sandy glaze shows natural signs of age. It has not been repaired or chemically cleaned. From the private collection of T.W. in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Acquired in 2017, it has been passed down through generations and has always been kept in a temperature- and humidity-controlled environment, never appearing in public auctions or museum exhibitions. Description: This is an important Yuan Dynasty blue and white dragon and cloud pattern plum vase. The shape is a classic plum vase form, with a small, flat mouth, short neck, broad and full shoulders, tapering towards the base, giving it a dignified and elegant overall profile. The entire piece is covered with a soft, lustrous bluish-white glaze. The main decoration is a powerful blue and white dragon. The dragon's body is robust, its head held high, its mane flowing, its scales finely detailed, its claws powerful, interspersed with auspicious flame-shaped cloud patterns. The lower part, near the foot, is decorated with a wave-like seascape depicted in the bold brushstrokes of the Yuan Dynasty. Two cobalt blue double lines on the shoulder separate the decorative area. The unglazed, sandy base reveals the solid clay, with natural patina and kiln marks. The cobalt blue glaze is deep and rich, and the brushwork is unrestrained. The dragon motif is majestic and vivid, fully demonstrating the magnificent aesthetic style of Yuan Dynasty porcelain. Such porcelain is extremely rare and possesses exceptional historical, artistic, and collectible value.

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