YUAN DYNASTY 1300 AD Green Glazed Large Lidded Vessel With Lotus Relief
Green Glazed Large Lidded Vessel from the Yuan Dynasty.
This is a fabulous large lidded vessel from the Yuan Dynasty, circa 14th century. The vessel was made as an offering jar with lotus flowers in high relief. Which are decorated with green-leaf glazed enamel with a lotus design, This terracotta jug was created in the Yuan Dynasty, and delights us with its beautiful design and vibrant color. In the shape of a lotus flower that symbolizes the utmost purity of heart and mind because the flower emerges intact and beautiful from the clay, the bottle is adorned with a green glaze that shows imperfections due to its great age and use. It has a lid with a small handle on top, the jar tapers to its circular base. With its vibrant color and charming silhouette, this Chinese Yuan Dynasty green glazed terracotta lidded lotus jar will make a beautiful decorative addition to any home, perhaps placed on a dresser, side table, sideboard or altar table.
Yuan Dynasty
The Yuan dynasty (1279–1368) was the first foreign-ruled dynasty in Chinese history to commandeer all of China. With no experience in the running of such a large and complex empire, the Mongols gradually adopted many Chinese cultural and bureaucratic models. During the Yuan dynasty, China -for the first time in its long history- was completely subjugated by foreign conquerors and became part of a larger political entity, the vast Mongol empire. Ironically, during this century of alien occupation, Chinese culture not only survived but was reinvigorated.
Measures: Diameter 298.5 mm, height 332.75 mm (11.75 x 13.10 Inches).
Provenance: A private collection in New York city collected in the 1964; T.K. Asian antiquities gallery, Williamsburg Virginia; a private collection in Palm Beach FL; then purchased by James & Nancy Markell, Virginia 1976; then by descent to Lauren Markland, Fort Lauderdale, FL.; acquired in Palm Beach, FL. in March 7, 2021
Condition: The overall condition of this ancient piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to any part. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. Repaired: Minor repairs and restorations as expected.
INVENTORY REF: D072424DRNM/.6737
