An old bowl in the Song Junyáo style

An old bowl in the Song Junyáo style China, probably 18th century or earlier. Ceramic, glazed. H. 8 cm; d. of the mouth 18 cm. Swirl-shaped base mark. Condition: Signs of age and use; chip at the muzzle (restored, approx. 4 × 1.5 cm). A thin layer of glaze and body material is missing at the mouth, presumably from the manufacturing process. Slight signs of use on the foot rim. Junyáo, one of the great ceramic traditions of the Song dynasty, is known for its thick, opalescent blue-lavender gla

Category

Asian art

Location

Hannover

Dimensions

Approx. H 8 × Ø 18 cm