Description
Rare celadon bowl from the Northern Song dynasty (10th-12th century), recovered from the Jepara shipwreck. This sophisticated piece combines the elegant simplicity of Song ceramics with the historical significance of maritime trade.
The soft green-grey glaze, typical of celadon, gives the bowl an understated and timeless beauty. The traces of centuries of submergence enhance the character and story of this object. An attractive collector's piece for connoisseurs of Asian porcelain and early ceramics.
Origin & meaning
The bowl comes from the Jepara shipwreck, located off the coast of Java (Indonesia), which is an important archaeological source for trade between China and Southeast Asia in the Song period. Celadon from this era was highly valued in China and beyond and is considered one of the highlights of ceramic art.
Dimensions
Diameter: 18 cm
Height: 8 cm
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