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THBChinese Ming Sandstone Rectangular Vessel - Sea Life
Lot 78a
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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- Lot Description
East Asia, China, Ming Dynasty, ca. 1368 to 1644 CE. A monumental hand-carved sandstone vessel boasting a rectangular base and thick walls that rise over a shallow basin decorated with intricately carved reliefs. Presenting in a warm russet hue, the ancient vessel features a figural design on one longer side and a nautical motif on the other, while the two shorter sides boast smooth walls with a central, square divot and left and right borders of horizontal striations. The skillfully sculpted figural side is divided into seven separate panels with the five central sections under a flat, ridged roof and the two outer scenes boasting vegetal decorations in their upper corners, suggesting the interior scenes are domestic and those on the periphery occur outdoors. Aside from the medial segment, each partition exhibits three figures draped in long robes and wearing elaborate headdresses. Size: 54.125" L x 17.5" W x 10.25" H (137.5 cm x 44.4 cm x 26 cm); 17.75" H (45.1 cm) on included custom stand.
The central narrative displays five figures gathered around a table, perhaps to enjoy a feast. The other side of the marvelous vessel displays a gorgeous theme of detailed branches and leaves above swirling nautical waves. Several charming creatures can be seen within the water, such as a crab, a duck, and two fish.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-M. Kobiashi collection, Hawaii, USA, acquired from 1960 to 2000
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#162659Chip to periphery of rim. Light nicks/chips, abrasions, and softening of detail on reliefs, all commensurate with age. Otherwise, excellent with lovely mineral deposits throughout.Condition
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