Description: These antique blue & white crackled porcelain vases are suspected to have originated from the SONG Dynasty & are stunning pieces of Chinese antique art that will add a touch of elegance to your home. These vases feature a beautiful blue & white crackled color scheme, with intricate detailing that is sure to catch the eye. These vases were suspected to have been fired in the Cizhou Kiln, a renowned kiln in China that has produced ceramics for over 600 years. These vases showcase a freehand intricate lotus & peonies design & the use of high-quality materials in its production make it a valuable addition to any collection. These antique vases are a testament to the rich history & culture of China & are sure to impress anyone who sees them. Crackle vases: Look for crackles in the glaze made by the rapid cooling technique used in the Song Dynasty & afterward (960-1279 AD). Look for signs of genuine aging versus faked aging by forgers. Authentic vases age very well, so pieces showing excessive wear and tear are likely modern pieces that were altered to seem older. Be on the look out for the following genuine porcelain aging characteristics. Discoloration: Glaze or paint shouldn't show significant discoloration unless the vase was in the soil or sea for hundreds of years. Crackles in the glaze: Crackles are often added by forgers, but genuine antique crackles may turn yellow or brown over time. Rust spots: Look for tiny spots of rust on the surface of ancient vases caused by iron residue moving to the surface of the ceramic. Glaze contractions: Search for small holes or recesses in the surface of the porcelain. These indicate the vase was made prior to the 18th century (BEFORE the 1700’s). On-glaze decorations: Vases with paint over the first coat of glaze may show discoloration if the vase was used for storage Some vases may also show small notches around the base from pernettes (ceramics stilts) used to support the vases during firing. Flowers are the most common design motif on Chinese vases. Popular images include peonies, crab apple trees, hibiscus, roses, orchids, lotus, and jasmine. Imperial reign marks in kaishu, or regular script, began to appear regularly at the beginning of the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) & continued throughout the subsequent Qing dynasty (1644-1911). You would not expect to find reign marks on pieces from earlier dynasties. •Lot of 2 (as pictured) •NO Damage Noted This listing ships insured. Please feel free to check out our feedback to see that shipping your purchase across the country safely & in one piece is what we do best. Thanks for looking. Below is the link on how to date & authenticate your Chinese porcelain pieces. 👇 https://www.wikihow.com/Tell-if-a-Chinese-Vase-Is-Valuable?fbclid=IwAR1nPLxS1jqAl3deFWYyv36uvWtzQgZNTVKebuV2v8cSaXQtKXsxBVGeuXE_aem_AW-TeiJCG07kp_BLtWh71Ot6BhjVl1WlRlXAkIwT45xzTZetdHx7ZWCgQNXSmLAqb70 Or try this link on how to identify & authenticate reign marks 👇 https://www.christies.com/stories/reign-marks-on-chinese-ceramics-an-expert-guide-0515c046ddcc4b958982e696e596be11
Price: 998 USD
Location: Lewiston, Maine
End Time: 2024-02-11T20:44:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: 39 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Color: Blue Crackled Vase
Region of Origin: China
