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Description:
A fine and unusual Early Yuan dynasty Longquan yao guan (jar) with a double-bottom and buff decoration, ca. 1279-1368. Dimensions are 6-3/4" tall, 7-1/2" wide. The form of the jar is very masculine, with a narrow foot, broad chest and wide mouth rim. The neck has vertically carved ridges and a slightly rolled mouth rim. The chest and belly of the guan is decorated with a beautiful unglazed, high relief, buff clay floral design. This style was a revival of the decorative methods, originated in the Yue and Ou kilns of the previous Song dynasty (AD960-1270). Another feature of this guan, that is purely Yuan in origin is what we call the double-bottom. The Yuan potters often were quite inventive in their designs, partly from not understanding how things were made or done and haphazardly proceeding without learning. In other ways, the Yuan mongols were developing new innovations. This in no more evident in the double-bottom design, which is nique to Yuan dynasty wares. The main body was formed with an open bottom. After curing for some time, an inset "saucer" is affixed with glaze from the inside of the vessel, the rest of the vessel glazed and fired. The glaze during firing would seal the opening shut. You can take a close look at the bottom of this guan and see the off-center foot of the insert saucer. Also note that this inset saucer's foot was glazed prior to insetting into the guan. You can tell this by the unglazed ring on this inset. The overall condition consensus of this guan is in excellent condition without any injury or repair.
b7/43
| Status: No Longer Available |
Reference#: 1760_1 |
| Condition:
Excellent, museum quality |
Year:
ca.1279-1368
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| Country:
China |
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| Height:
6.75 in. (17.15 cm) |
Depth:
7.5 in. (19.05 cm) |
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Width: 7.5 in. (19.05 cm)
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