Yuan Dynasty Longquan Kiln Pale‑Celadon Folded‑Rim Washer with Applied Twin‑Fish Motifs,13th‑14th Century CE

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Dimensions:Mouth diameter 13.5cm(5.31in),overall height 4cm(1.57in),13th‑14th Century CECondition & Provenance:The washer is fully intact without cracks,chips or modern restoration.It is covered in thick lustrous even pale‑celadon glaze.The applied twin‑fish relief at interior base stays crisp and well‑preserved.Outer‑wall carved lotus‑petal ribs are sharply defined.Exposed foot‑ring bears authentic aged kiln‑fired rust‑red discoloration with dry firm ancient clay.Only minor superficial rim wear accumulated over centuries exists without penetrating ceramic body.This washer comes from a private Song‑Yuan celadon collection in San‑Francisco,California,USA.The collector acquired it via a Hong Kong antique dealer in the 1990s.It has been preserved under constant‑temperature dark conditions like museum storage as a canonical Yuan Longquan treasure.Description:This folded‑rim washer is one of the most celebrated Longquan‑ware shapes of Yuan dynasty.It features broad flared folded‑rim,shallow curved body,carved upward‑pointing lotus petals on exterior and short ring‑foot.Both interior and exterior are fully coated with Longquan’s signature thick pale‑celadon glaze with soft elegant tone.Three‑dimensionally applied twin‑fish adorn the inner base.Fish motif symbolizes surplus and good fortune,a beloved auspicious pattern across Song‑Yuan eras.Outer lotus‑petal segments are full and smoothly outlined.Neatly trimmed foot‑ring shows natural firing‑induced rust‑red clay margin,authentic Longquan production mark.Twin‑fish washers served as scholar‑studio utensils,table wares and highly‑sought export goods overseas in medieval times.This well‑preserved example boasts attractive glaze,intact fish relief and clear lotus carving.All original firing and age‑related traces remain untouched.It combines practical function,auspicious symbolism and celadon beauty,qualifying as museum‑worthy Longquan porcelain treasure.

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