C. 15th / 16th century A nice Ming Dynasty blue & grey glazed bowl with a fragment of another bowl attached. Surface deposits otherwise good colour and detail. Size: 141mm diam The Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) was a transformative era in Chinese history, marked by centralized rule, cultural achievements, and global engagement. Founded by Zhu Yuanzhang, it reinstated Confucian values, fostering stability and bureaucracy. Prosperity thrived through agricultural advancements and trade, yielding iconic Ming porcelain. Admiral Zheng He's maritime expeditions expanded Chinese influence. The dynasty oversaw the construction of the Forbidden City and the Great Wall's reinforcement. Ming literature flourished with classics like "Journey to the West." However, economic challenges, corruption, and the Manchu invasion led to its downfall, culminating in the establishment of the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty's legacy endures through its artistic, cultural, and historical contributions. Provenance; The seller of this lot hereby guarantees that this object was obtained legally. Purchased by the current owner in 2022 from Ex H.N collection.. Proud to be BNTA and ADA members and as such abide by their strict code of ethics. All items offered are AUTHENTIC and unconditionally GUARANTEED to be GENUINE. This item has been dated according to style and patina, the seller believes this piece is from the period. Because of the value no TL test or Radiography have been made for this item