Longquan Celadon String‑Pattern Incense‑Tool Vase, Southern Song‑Yuan, 13‑14th Century

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Dimensions: Height 13.2 cm (5.20 in)Condition & Provenance: This vase is crafted of Longquan kiln grey‑white porcelain body. Unglazed foot rim bears naturally aged firing rust‑red patina, all original age‑related marks intact. No acid washing or artificial polishing. Celadon glaze remains lustrous and complete, with only subtle wear accumulated over centuries. The vessel is fully intact, no cracks, chips or restoration. Horizontal string ridges were formed in original manufacture without later alteration. Only gentle conservative dust cleaning was carried out. This piece once belonged to a senior private collector based in New York, specializing in Song‑Yuan Longquan celadon for more than thirty years. It was acquired from a Hong‑Kong antique gallery in 2002. After arriving in United States, it was preserved in climate‑controlled private cabinet for study and display only. It has never been offered in auctions or public exhibitions. Freshly released from family estate settlement, full provenance records are available upon request.Description: This string‑pattern vase was made at Longquan kiln during Southern‑Song to Yuan period, a scholar‑studio implement traditionally used to hold incense utensils. It features flared mouth, contracted neck decorated with soft horizontal string ridges, full rounded belly tapering toward neatly trimmed foot. Unglazed foot rim shows characteristic ochre‑red firing patina of Longquan wares. Thick, even celadon glaze covers interior and exterior, delivering calm and gentle tone. Subtle raised string patterns follow vessel contour, embodying understated Song‑Yuan ceramic aesthetic. This form is a classic Longquan scholar‑studio vessel. With harmonious proportion, fine glaze and good overall condition, it is a fine antique for specialized ceramic collection and desk‑top display.

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