East Asia, China, Ming Dynasty, ca. 1368 to 1644 CE. A ritualistic Sancai pottery altar table of rectangular form supported by four legs and a decorative apron under the overhang displays molded curvilinear motifs in ochre yellow. The flat tabletop is surrounded by a stepped rim and tall backsplash, all glazed with green and ochre hues. The underside has a dedication or label in Chinese characters. Such tables may have been laden with miniature pottery offerings of scrumptious food and drink to offer to the ancestors or gods. Size: 12.25" L x 8" W x 9.75" H (31.1 cm x 20.3 cm x 24.8 cm)
Provenance: ex-Nancy and Dr. E.F. Simpson collection, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from 1970 to 2000
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#172211
Condition
Repaired, back legs reattached and backsplash. Surface abrasions and chips. Mineral and earthen encrustations throughout and great remains of glaze.