Refined antique Chinese porcelain bowl "Blue and White"...

Splendid and authentic ancient Chinese provincial porcelain bowl/cup (attributable to Swatow/Zhangzhou-type productions or Ming/early Qing provincial ware, circa XVII–XVIII century). Decoration: The exterior is hand-painted under a cobalt blue and white glaze with fluid floral/abstract motifs and calligraphic elements typical of export porcelain of the era. The interior features a refined pale celadon glaze with a blue tint. Base and Seal: Unglazed base with original firing encrustations and the presence of an antique sealing wax seal at the center of the foot, a potential mark of belonging to a historical collection or period export authorization. Dimensions: Upper diameter: ~14.5 cm Height: ~7.5 cm Base diameter (foot): ~5.8 cm Condition: General condition excellent for the typology and period. Presence of small natural firing imperfections (iron spots/ sand inclusions from the furnace and micro-cracks in the glaze) that attest to authenticity and ancient hand craftsmanship. No obvious restorations, no chips or significant structural cracks.

Estimate:£160.57

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