A Rare 15C Ming Chenghua Blue and White Dragon Bowl #5250 for sale

Up for sale is this "A Rare 15C Ming Chenghua Blue and White Dragon Bowl #5250" If you have any questions please contact us before buy it. No reserve.

width: approx. 18.8cm (7 13⁄32in)
height: approx. 7.5cm (2 61⁄64in)
weight: 282g
origin: China

This blue and white dragon bowl is a masterpiece from the Chenghua period of the Ming Dynasty (1465-1487) and exemplifies the characteristics of porcelain fired at the imperial kilns of the time. Chenghua blue and white porcelain is known for its delicate body and soft cobalt blue coloration, and this piece embodies these distinctive features. The shape is well-balanced, with a slightly shallow form that gently flares at the rim, and the foot is meticulously finished. The exterior is adorned with two intricately intertwined dragons, creating a composition that is both dynamic and elegant. The dragons depicted during the Chenghua period are often slender and gracefully rendered, and this piece reflects that aesthetic beautifully. The interior features floral arabesques and a dragon motif, maintaining a harmonious and refined design. The blue pigment exhibits a slightly muted tone, characteristic of the Chenghua period’s renowned "huiqing," a subtle and subdued cobalt blue that matches the qualities of imported cobalt pigment used at the time. The base bears the six-character reign mark "Da Ming Chenghua Nian Zhi" in underglaze blue, affirming its status as a work of imperial kiln craftsmanship. In terms of condition, the piece is exceptionally well-preserved, with no cracks or restoration. Chenghua period blue and white porcelain is highly prized, and authentic examples from this era are exceedingly rare. This bowl is a remarkable example of its kind and holds great value for collectors.

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