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Cizhou Ware Swallow Vase.
Ming Dynasty: 1368-1644.
North China.
H:25cm x W:15cm.
The upper portion of the ovoid body is covered in a cream slip and features a band of abstract swallows painted in brown. The swallows sit between a chestnut border of horizontal brush strokes. The lower body and foot rim have been covered entirely in brown, providing a striking contrast with the upper portion of the vase which has been covered in a cream slip. The entire vase has then been finished with a transparent glaze.
Dimensions
H: 24cm D: 17cmStock number
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