Auction Item: Southern Song Dynasty Jizhou Tea Bowl

Description:
A Southern Song Dynasty Jizhou tea bowl from China (1127–1279), showcasing a finely crafted design. The conical sides gracefully rise from a knife-cut foot ring to a finger-grooved band at the rim. The interior is resist-decorated with scattered plum blossom motifs reserved in reddish-brown against a finely variegated buff and brown ground, epitomizing the elegance of Jizhou wares.

Provenance:

• Cheung King Antiques, Hong Kong
• Dr. Koos de Jong: Acquired in 1999. Dr. de Jong, a Dutch art historian, has a vast collection of Chinese art and has published extensively on fine and decorative arts.

Condition:

• Excellent condition with minor wear and firing flaws.
• Glaze abrasions to the lip with microscopic losses, invisible to the naked eye.
• Tested and confirmed with no touchups or restorations.

Medium: Porcelain
Dimensions: Diameter: 12 cm
Weight: 226.5 g

A masterpiece of Southern Song ceramic art, celebrated for its elegant form and historical significance.