Qing Dynasty Light Celadon Relief Twin Dragon Cloud Pattern Chi Dragon Eared Square Flat Vase,Qing Dynasty (17th-20th Century)

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Dimensions: Overall Height 21.5cm (8.46in), Mouth Width 10cm (3.94in), Qing Dynasty, 17th to 20th CenturyCondition & Provenance: The entire vase is fully intact without cracks, chips or restorations, the two dragon ears, vase body and square base are all flawless. The whole piece is covered with even mild light celadon glaze with fine smooth glaze surface, the relief carvings all over the body remain sharp and three-dimensional with no glaze abrasion or loss. Only faint minor age wear exists on the rim and ear edges, no harsh damage. The base foot exposes clay with solid dense texture, dark kiln sand and ancient soil patina along foot rim form naturally over centuries. Category: Ming and Qing porcelain, market destination: New York State. This vase is from the private collection of Robert Wilson, a senior official porcelain collector based in Manhattan, New York, USA. The collector acquired this artifact through a private sale session at Sotheby’s New York back in 2005, all original auction archives, ceramic thermoluminescence dating reports and authoritative antique porcelain appraisal certificates are fully preserved.Description: This square flat vase with carved twin dragon cloud relief and chi dragon ears coated with light celadon glaze dates back to China’s Qing Dynasty. It is a premium studio display ware crafted in official kiln style, modeled after ancient bronze square pots, and ranks as a classic shape of Qing Longquan celadon wares. The vase features a square flat body with curved corner edges, straight flared square mouth, paired symmetrical chi dragon sculpted ears attached to both sides of the neck, dragon heads stretch out from the vase with dynamic powerful flowing lines. The entire vase surface is fully covered with elaborate layered relief carvings, rolling cloud patterns spread across the upper and lower sections, while the central belly showcases the core twin dragon chasing pearl motif. The two dragons coil and intertwine, with sharply defined scales, whiskers and layered cloud scrolls, presenting striking three-dimensional depth from precise delicate carving craftsmanship. The whole vessel is evenly coated with thick soft pale celadon glaze, the jade-like subtle matte luster perfectly reproduces the gentle texture of Song Dynasty Longquan light celadon. The square base is unglazed with refined solid clay, natural kiln red staining and aged soil patina along the foot edge deliver authentic period characteristics. Twin dragon patterns symbolize national prosperity and auspicious fortune in traditional Chinese culture. This vase boasts elegant grand proportions, fully preserved crisp relief carvings and uniform pure glaze tone with outstanding conservation condition. It serves as a representative physical specimen of Qing celadon carving craft, carrying extraordinary artistic ornamental value, ceramic historical research significance and elite antique collectible value worldwide.

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