Song Dynasty (960–1279) Ceramic Grand Vase - 81 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,300 - € 2,800
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This 81 cm covered ceramic ritual vase is attributed to China’s Song dynasty (960–1279) and features celadon-toned qingbai-type glaze, relief decoration and a crane finial.
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China – Song Dynasty (960–1279) – Grand ritual vase with its lid featuring a crane – 80.5 cm
Grand covered ritual vase in ceramic with celadon glaze, described as of the “qingbai” type, remarkable for its height of 80.5 cm and the richness of its relief decoration.
The elegant globular body is extended by a sculpted composition combining a frieze of seated dignitaries, divine figures, and a dragon unfurled around the neck. The characters, the volutes and the animal reliefs offer a sequence of details to discover around the circumference of the vase.
The vase preserves its lid, a particularly important element in the presentation of this ensemble. Conical in shape, it features a relief decoration and a flared edge. It is crowned by a bird identified as a crane, depicted with a long beak, a slender neck and wings whose feathers are finely drawn. This pinnacle part elegantly extends the silhouette of the vase and completes its symbolic decor.
Intended for funerary context, vases of this family accompanied the deceased in their burial and could bear offerings of cereals, intended to symbolically ensure their subsistence in the afterlife. The crane, associated with longevity and immortality, participates in this world of beliefs.
Features
Origin: China
Period: Song Dynasty (960–1279), according to the lot description at the time of purchase
Material: glazed ceramic, celadon glaze, described as of the “qingbai” type
Total height with lid: 80.5 cm
Expert mentioned for the lot: Madame Johanna Blancard de Léry
Condition
The vase is presented with its lid topped by the crane. Small losses noted in the lot description. The decoration preserves many readable details, especially the relief figures, the dragon and the bird’s wing feathers.
Photographs of the piece and close-up views of the lid help appreciate the details and the condition. They form an integral part of the description.
Shipping
Exceptionally careful packing, with separate protection for the lid and appropriate protection for the reliefs. Shipment with tracking, insured during transport.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, pigment analysis or radiography scans, have been conducted to check the piece’s integrity.
China – Song Dynasty (960–1279) – Grand ritual vase with its lid featuring a crane – 80.5 cm
Grand covered ritual vase in ceramic with celadon glaze, described as of the “qingbai” type, remarkable for its height of 80.5 cm and the richness of its relief decoration.
The elegant globular body is extended by a sculpted composition combining a frieze of seated dignitaries, divine figures, and a dragon unfurled around the neck. The characters, the volutes and the animal reliefs offer a sequence of details to discover around the circumference of the vase.
The vase preserves its lid, a particularly important element in the presentation of this ensemble. Conical in shape, it features a relief decoration and a flared edge. It is crowned by a bird identified as a crane, depicted with a long beak, a slender neck and wings whose feathers are finely drawn. This pinnacle part elegantly extends the silhouette of the vase and completes its symbolic decor.
Intended for funerary context, vases of this family accompanied the deceased in their burial and could bear offerings of cereals, intended to symbolically ensure their subsistence in the afterlife. The crane, associated with longevity and immortality, participates in this world of beliefs.
Features
Origin: China
Period: Song Dynasty (960–1279), according to the lot description at the time of purchase
Material: glazed ceramic, celadon glaze, described as of the “qingbai” type
Total height with lid: 80.5 cm
Expert mentioned for the lot: Madame Johanna Blancard de Léry
Condition
The vase is presented with its lid topped by the crane. Small losses noted in the lot description. The decoration preserves many readable details, especially the relief figures, the dragon and the bird’s wing feathers.
Photographs of the piece and close-up views of the lid help appreciate the details and the condition. They form an integral part of the description.
Shipping
Exceptionally careful packing, with separate protection for the lid and appropriate protection for the reliefs. Shipment with tracking, insured during transport.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, pigment analysis or radiography scans, have been conducted to check the piece’s integrity.
Details
Culture
Song Dynasty (960–1279)
Century/timeframe
IX - XII ème siècle
Name of object
Grand Vase
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Ceramic
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
81 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
25 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
30 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
