Chinese Early Antique Celadon Glaze Porcelain ‘Twin Fish’ Dish Plate Bowl
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:14911085 | Region of Origin: Chinese |
| Original/Repro: Antique Original | Product: Bowl |
| Chinese Dynasty: Qing (1644-1911) | Primary Material: Porcelain/ Pottery |
Chinese Longquan Celadon ‘Twin Fish’ Dish Plate
The dish rises to a flat everted rim leading to the decorated interior with a pair of spring-moulded fish in high relief swimming in opposite directions. The piece covered overall with a glaze of sea-green tone except for the foot ring, which is formed of classic Longquan clay. Dimensions
(W)20.25 x (H)4cm
Condition
The condition is good, consistent with the estimated age and the material used. The ...piece was initially brought from a museum deaccession sale, before being stored in a private collection. Accordingly, the dish was collected from Longquan, one of the major celadon kiln sites in China where it was found broken in several pieces, with later professional museum repairsbeing carried out (please see photographs). Background informationFor a discussion about both the shape and design of the bowl, see S. Pierson, Designs as Signs: Decoration and Chinese Ceramics, 2001, p.19, where the author notes that the “… shape of the bowl relates to an archaic ritual bronze vessel, pan, and that the design of twin fish, first seen on Han Dynasty mirrors, symbolises a successful marriage”. However, twin fish have always been associated with the representation of abundance and wealth. Shipping information - 国际买家欢迎
Most items will be sent via Royal Mail / Parcel Force Worldwide Track and Trace services, although alternative couriers may be used as deemed necessary. Items are typically dispatched within three business days of receiving cleared payment. Items are only shipped to an eBay registered address, please update your shipping address information if necessary. Combined shipping is applicable, charging the buyer the highest postage cost and subtracting 25% from each additional item.
Queries
We are pleased to answer any questions that you may have regarding offered items. This includes requests for additional photos. Please reach out to us via eBay’s messaging interface. Terms of sale
PayPal is the preferred method of payment and delivery will be made to the PayPal registered address. If payment is not received within five-days, a non-payment case will automatically be opened against the seller via eBay. Many of the items on offer are of considerable age. Inherently, these items will have some minor or light wear. Any major flaws and damages (i.e. chips or cracks) will be clearly disclosed within item descriptions and images. Pieces are photographed under studio lighting and conditions. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via the messaging interface. Returns are not accepted on the basis of condition issues clearly referenced in the description and images. In the event that an item arrives not as described or damaged, notification must be received within 24-hours of signature confirmation with a clear photograph showing the discrepancy or damage. Photographic stands and aids are not included in sale, unless stated otherwise. The item must be returned in instances where authenticity or misrepresentation is called into question, usually supported by a member of an accredited organisation. The buyer is responsible for return shipping and insurance cost. All returned items must be received in their original condition.
The dish rises to a flat everted rim leading to the decorated interior with a pair of spring-moulded fish in high relief swimming in opposite directions. The piece covered overall with a glaze of sea-green tone except for the foot ring, which is formed of classic Longquan clay. Dimensions
(W)20.25 x (H)4cm
Condition
The condition is good, consistent with the estimated age and the material used. The ...piece was initially brought from a museum deaccession sale, before being stored in a private collection. Accordingly, the dish was collected from Longquan, one of the major celadon kiln sites in China where it was found broken in several pieces, with later professional museum repairsbeing carried out (please see photographs). Background informationFor a discussion about both the shape and design of the bowl, see S. Pierson, Designs as Signs: Decoration and Chinese Ceramics, 2001, p.19, where the author notes that the “… shape of the bowl relates to an archaic ritual bronze vessel, pan, and that the design of twin fish, first seen on Han Dynasty mirrors, symbolises a successful marriage”. However, twin fish have always been associated with the representation of abundance and wealth. Shipping information - 国际买家欢迎
Most items will be sent via Royal Mail / Parcel Force Worldwide Track and Trace services, although alternative couriers may be used as deemed necessary. Items are typically dispatched within three business days of receiving cleared payment. Items are only shipped to an eBay registered address, please update your shipping address information if necessary. Combined shipping is applicable, charging the buyer the highest postage cost and subtracting 25% from each additional item.
Queries
We are pleased to answer any questions that you may have regarding offered items. This includes requests for additional photos. Please reach out to us via eBay’s messaging interface. Terms of sale
PayPal is the preferred method of payment and delivery will be made to the PayPal registered address. If payment is not received within five-days, a non-payment case will automatically be opened against the seller via eBay. Many of the items on offer are of considerable age. Inherently, these items will have some minor or light wear. Any major flaws and damages (i.e. chips or cracks) will be clearly disclosed within item descriptions and images. Pieces are photographed under studio lighting and conditions. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via the messaging interface. Returns are not accepted on the basis of condition issues clearly referenced in the description and images. In the event that an item arrives not as described or damaged, notification must be received within 24-hours of signature confirmation with a clear photograph showing the discrepancy or damage. Photographic stands and aids are not included in sale, unless stated otherwise. The item must be returned in instances where authenticity or misrepresentation is called into question, usually supported by a member of an accredited organisation. The buyer is responsible for return shipping and insurance cost. All returned items must be received in their original condition.
