Yuan Dynasty Underglaze‑Red Melon‑Shaped Ewer With Fish‑and‑Aquatic‑Weeds Motif

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Dimensions：Overall height 13 cm (5.1 in), maximum width 15 cm (5.9 in), 13th‑14th Century CECondition & Provenance：The ewer survives complete with original lid, spout and handle, no cracks, chips or restoration. The copper‑red pigment shows soft reddish‑brown tone with minor natural bleeding, characteristic of Yuan‑period firing. Fish‑and‑weed, brocade and scroll decorations remain legible. Exposed base foot reveals dry aged ceramic paste, ancient ink inscription is partially preserved. Only minor age‑related wear at rim and foot. Unearthed in mainland China, this Yuan underglaze‑red ewer was once owned by a pre‑Ming porcelain collector in Hong Kong. It entered a Hong‑Kong private collection in 2026, accompanied by full provenance and professional ceramic‑expert appraisal papers.Description：This melon‑lobed underglaze‑red ewer is a fine functional wine vessel made at Jingdezhen during the Yuan dynasty. It has a full, rounded melon‑ribbed body, short straight neck, slender spout, curved handle and small cord‑loop fixture on neck, matched with a button‑topped circular lid. The overall silhouette follows classic Yuan ewer design. Covered with bluish‑white glaze, the vessel is painted with copper‑red underglaze decoration. The main belly displays continuous fish‑and‑aquatic‑weeds scene: lively swimming fish surrounded by lotus plants and water grass, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. Coin‑pattern brocade encircles the neck, upward‑pointing lotus scroll runs near the base, and key‑fret decorates the lid. Ornaments are richly layered and well‑organized. The unglazed sandy base retains old ink calligraphy, precious surviving period information. Underglaze‑red copper‑based pigment was extremely hard to fire in Yuan times, highly sensitive to kiln temperature, so successful finished pieces are very scarce worldwide. This intact melon‑lobed ewer well preserves its principal painted motif and faithfully demonstrates Yuan‑era Jingdezhen underglaze‑red technical traits. It combines practical utility with folk auspicious iconography and serves as vital physical evidence for studying Yuan ceramic craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetic taste. Highly sought‑after by Yuan‑porcelain collectors globally, it delivers outstanding display quality and substantial collectible value.

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