Yuan Dynasty, Longquan Celadon Moulded Beast‑Mask Gu‑Shaped Vase

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Dimensions: Height 26.5 cm. Condition and Provenance: Naturally crackled glaze, with a fine crack on the inner side of the base; no external damage; glaze in good condition. Formerly in the private collection of Arthur Bennett, Princeton, New Jersey, USA. Acquired from an Asian antique dealer in the 1990s; a family heirloom, never publicly auctioned, and with no exhibition or publication record. Description: Yuan Dynasty Longquan celadon vase in the shape of a torso, imitating an ancient Shang Dynasty bronze ritual vessel. The vase has a wide, flared mouth, a long neck, a full body, and a flared foot, giving it a tall and majestic overall shape. It is covered with a thick, pale green glaze with a soft sheen and natural crackles. The neck and foot are decorated with wavy rims. The full body is decorated with four taotie (mythical beast) masks, their faces ferocious, teeth sharp, and exquisitely carved. The foot exposes the solid ceramic body, exhibiting a typical rust-red firing color and earthy patina. The shi-shaped vase was an important decorative ritual vessel during the Song and Yuan dynasties. This piece blends the aesthetics of ancient bronzes with the craftsmanship of Longquan celadon, and is a representative work of high-quality antique-style porcelain from the Yuan dynasty Longquan kiln.

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