Wanli (1573-1619) - Ming Dynasty - Dish - Scholar in...

An exceptional antique Chinese porcelain Wanli large shallow 'Kraak' bowl, with a central decoration of a Scholar with fantastic facial expression in Early Spring Pavilion Landscape where the Sun is appearing from the Clouds and Bamboo, Plum and Banana are sprouting. Panels with Flowers (Peonies, Chrysanthemum) and Fruits (Pomegranates), surrounded by motifs of waves, cash, lozenges, dots and lines, executed in an excellent and very deep layered underglaze blue and white. Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China during the Ming dynasty, Wanli period (ca. 1600). On the backside a decoration of circles and lines, with a perfect unglazed foot rim. Guaranteed original and of the stated period. Diameter: 28,2 centimeter Condition: The object is in overall good condition, minor wear around the edges and a small restored flake on the backsidewith hairline. The condition is carefully checked with strong UV-light and bright translucent white light. Shipping method: This lot will be securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand. Buy multiple lots from this seller and save on shipping costs, for multiple lots you’ll pay the shipping costs only once.

Estimate:£1,171.87

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