Yuan‑Dynasty Longquan Celadon Heart‑Shaped Scholar Water Pot,13th‑14th Century A.D.

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Dimensions：Overall height 10.8cm (4.25 in), 13th‑14th Century A.D.Condition & Provenance：The pot is fully intact without cracks, chips or restorations, no repainting or artificial ageing alterations. Thick, uniform pinkish‑green celadon glaze covers the whole vessel with smooth, glossy surface coated in authentic ancient patina. The unglazed foot rim features natural rust‑red kiln discoloration, with organic ageing transition between clay and glaze, no acid washing or grinding. Provenance: Former private collection of an East Asian antique porcelain collector based in Texas, USA. Acquired at Vancouver Asian Antique Art Fair in 2013, preserved within one family for over thirty years. It was only exhibited at private themed Yuan Longquan celadon showcases and has never been listed in public auctions.Description：This heart‑shaped water pot is a quintessential scholar’s studio vessel crafted at Longquan kilns during the Yuan Dynasty, an essential desk accessory for ancient Chinese literati. It boasts a plump heart silhouette with a narrow constricted mouth, full rounded belly tapering gently toward a wide stable foot, forming soft, balanced flowing contours. The entire interior and exterior are enveloped in iconic thick pinkish‑green Longquan celadon glaze, featuring creamy smooth texture, muted gentle cyan tone and minimal fine crackle with soft understated luster. The unglazed foot rim reveals a natural rust‑orange firing stain over dense, dry clay, a defining production trait of Yuan Longquan wares. Created to hold water for ink grinding, this water pot abandons elaborate decorative carvings, relying entirely on elegant form and pure celadon glaze to embody the subtle, refined aesthetic favored by Yuan literati. Boasting pristine glaze tone, well‑proportioned shape and exceptional preservation, this piece retains the authentic original character of Yuan Longquan celadon. It stands as a highly valuable collectible and display piece, widely sought after by veteran Yuan porcelain collectors across Texas, California and Hong Kong.

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