A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Plate, Possibly 17th Century
A Chinese blue and white porcelain plate decorated with a dynamic dragon motif in underglaze cobalt blue. The interior features a vigorously rendered dragon chasing a flaming pearl amid scrolling clouds and stylized flame forms. The brushwork is expressive and fluid, with freely painted scales and energetic line movement characteristic of transitional taste. The exterior decorated with simple blue brush motifs. The base with a small underglaze blue mark. The plate is covered in a pale celadon-toned glaze with visible kiln imperfections consistent with traditional firing methods. Diameter: 6 inches; Height: 1 inch.
Condition
There is a small chip to the rim that has been repaired with gilt (visible on the edge). Minor glaze imperfections, firing flaws, and kiln specks present throughout. Light surface wear and minor staining to the foot rim consistent with age and use. sold as is. Please see the pictures.
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A Chinese blue and white porcelain plate decorated with a dynamic dragon motif in underglaze cobalt blue. The interior features a vigorously rendered dragon chasing a flaming pearl amid scrolling clouds and stylized flame forms. The brushwork is expressive and fluid, with freely painted scales and energetic line movement characteristic of transitional taste. The exterior decorated with simple blue brush motifs. The base with a small underglaze blue mark. The plate is covered in a pale celadon-toned glaze with visible kiln imperfections consistent with traditional firing methods. Diameter: 6 inches; Height: 1 inch.
Condition
There is a small chip to the rim that has been repaired with gilt (visible on the edge). Minor glaze imperfections, firing flaws, and kiln specks present throughout. Light surface wear and minor staining to the foot rim consistent with age and use. sold as is. Please see the pictures.
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