Early Ming Dynasty Longquan Kiln Pale Celadon Chrysanthemum Ribbed Deep Bowl, 15th Century

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Measurements:Mouth diameter: 14.7 centimeters / 5.79 inches, Height: 7.6 centimeters / 2.99 inches, 15th Century productionCondition & Provenance:This bowl is completely intact with zero cracks, chips or repairs. The only minor age feature is faint natural mineral spotting lightly dotted along the rim, no damage of any kind. It comes from a three-generation Chinese private collector family based in San Francisco, California, USA. The collector acquired this celadon bowl back in the 1980s, and the family has carefully stored and preserved the piece ever since with proper care.Object Description:This big serving bowl is a premium top-tier celadon piece made at the Longquan kilns during the early Ming Dynasty, built both for daily use and elegant display. It has a full, well-balanced shape with a gently flared rim, a deep inward curving belly, and a thick, solid foot base that sits steady and sturdy on any surface. The entire exterior is carved with radiating vertical chrysanthemum petal ribs that stretch all the way from the foot up to the rim, spaced perfectly evenly. The carving cuts are sharp and clean, the petal ridges flow naturally along the bowl’s curve, creating stunning dimensional texture that pops under light. Every surface, inside and out, is fully covered in thick pale celadon glaze. The glaze layer is rich and consistent all over, with a soft, mellow luster that never looks harsh or shiny, showing a beautiful muted sage green tone. Tiny scattered brown specks sit across the glaze surface; these are natural patina built up over hundreds of years, genuine original aging marks you only find on authentic antique Chinese porcelain. The glaze thins out along the rim, revealing a pale tan russet band, one of the most recognizable signature traits of Longquan celadon wares. The unglazed foot base exposes the unique iron-red clay body exclusive to Longquan kilns, the clay is dense and fine, with a seamless natural transition between ceramic body and glaze. The bowl’s interior is plain without carved patterns, covered in clean translucent celadon glaze free of large blemishes. This vessel was crafted with masterful kiln techniques, representing the high-end Longquan celadon exported overseas in large quantities during early Ming times. It is incredibly rare to find such a fully preserved undamaged specimen today, its even consistent glaze and flawless condition make it an outstanding asset for long-term collection and home display.

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