Yuan Dynasty Longquan Kiln Celadon Lotus‑Petal Tea Bowl,13th‑14th Century

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Measurements:Mouth diameter 9.1 cm / 3.58 inches, height 5 cm / 1.97 inches,13th‑14th Century Yuan DynastyCondition & Provenance:The tea bowl is fully intact without cracks, chips or restorations. Interior and exterior celadon glaze remains in excellent smooth condition. Relief‑carved lotus petals on outer wall retain sharp outlines. The foot ring is neatly trimmed, natural aged iron‑rust firing patina appears on exposed foot rim, no modern grinding or harsh cleaning treatment. This piece comes from an old private Song‑Yuan porcelain collection in Hong Kong. It was acquired by a private East Asian antique ceramic collector in Miami, Florida in 2024 and preserved inside a professional temperature‑humidity controlled storage cabinetObject Description:This celadon lotus‑petal tea bowl was made at Longquan kilns during Yuan Dynasty, a popular drinking vessel for Song‑Yuan tea culture. It features flared rim, tapering walls and a short compact foot, forming an elegant well‑proportioned silhouette. The exterior is decorated with raised carved upturned lotus petals. Each petal is plump and full with distinct ridges, arranged neatly around the body in soft flowing lines. The interior is plain without ornament. Thick velvety pale celadon glaze covers both inside and outside, presenting gentle subtle luster, representing high‑quality classic Longquan glaze character. The foot ring is sharply trimmed. The exposed clay at foot rim shows yellowish tone with natural iron‑rust patina, glaze covers base center preserving original firing condition. Lotus‑petal motif is one of the most iconic decorations for Longquan wares, blending Buddhist symbolism and secular aesthetic taste. This small refined bowl retains crisp relief carving and attractive original glaze. It demonstrates highly accomplished Yuan‑era Longquan porcelain craftsmanship. It serves as fine physical reference for studying ancient tea‑drinking customs and Longquan decorative techniques, suitable for tea‑table display and scholar‑studio appreciation with solid collectible value.

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