Longquan Celadon Spotted Mallet‑Shaped Vase,Yuan Dynasty

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Dimensions:Height 18.5cm (7‑5/16in)Condition & Provenance:Alright,this authentic Yuan‑period Longquan celadon mallet‑shaped vase is free of penetrating cracks and major restorations.There are scattered kiln‑adhered firing residues on rim and body,consistent with original kiln production.Minor glaze wear from age is visible,the base retains natural reddish‑brown‑toned unglazed foot ring without modern grinding or artificial aging treatment.This celadon vase comes from a private ancient‑ceramic collection in San Francisco,California,the prior collector purchased it from a reputable Singapore antique gallery in the mid‑1990s,it has been kept within one single‑family estate and appears at public auction for the first time.Description:A classic mallet‑shaped vase of Yuan‑dynasty Longquan ware,with short flared mouth,long straight neck,stepped shoulder and stout rectangular‑section lower body.The whole vessel is covered with soft olive‑green celadon glaze,scattered with irregular off‑white kiln‑adhered firing marks.The foot ring shows typical coarse‑textured biscuit of Longquan kiln.Mallet‑shaped vases were popular scholar‑style display wares in the Yuan period,this well‑preserved example embodies the elegant glaze quality and simple solemn styling of southern Chinese Longquan celadon,

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