Song Dynasty Marbled Clay Feather Pattern Double Beast Handle Vase,10th-13th Century

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Measurements:Height:13 centimeters /5.12 inches,10th-13th Century manufactureCondition & Provenance:The vase is fully intact with only a tiny original kiln crack on one beast ear,no post-firing cracks,chips or restorations.Natural aged yellow earth patina scatters all over the glaze surface.It comes from a long-established private collection based in Hong Kong,China.This piece was repatriated from overseas in early 1990s and has been conserved under stable temperature away from direct sunlight ever since.Object Description:This is a representative decorative marbled clay vase from the Song Dynasty with well-proportioned shape.It features flared mouth,constricted neck,bulbous belly and narrow base.A pair of symmetric beast-head loop handles are molded on both sides of the neck,delivering a primitive and solemn silhouette.The whole vessel is crafted with marbled clay technique,by twisting white and brown clay slips together to form continuous layered feather patterns covering the entire body.The flowing lines are distinct and well-defined,showcasing the superb ceramic craftsmanship of Song artisans.A pale off-white protective glaze coats the rim opening.The beast handles are formed integrally with marbled clay.The ring foot at the bottom is fully covered with consistent marbled veins,the exposed foot rim carries yellowish aged clay with natural burial patina visible on authentic antique wares.Marbled clay pieces were extremely hard to fire in ancient times.Two-tone clay layers easily distorted and misaligned under high heat.Small decorative vases with intact sculpted handles and full feather marbling like this one are remarkably scarce on today’s antique market.It owns unique craft aesthetic and high collectible value as a rare Song ceramic,and it looks fantastic as a display ornament for any collection room.

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