C e l es ti a l N o n e s u ch. A gorgeous Chinese impressed Ding washer plate, in a chrysanthemum form. Minimally translucent, This dish has a rounded, unglazed rim, enclosing a female peacock in the well.
The theme illustrated here, tianxia-wenming, symbolically expresses the desire to civilize the world, for the peacock was associated with a virtuous, lofty disposition. Known wares decorated with this motif are rare, hence are highly prized: this and two published pieces National Palace Mus.
89, 90 are representative among surviving late ding works. For more fantastic pieces come visit our store, where we'll be posting some incredible Chinese antiquities including Song, Ming and Tang dynasty porcelains and ceramics, art and Jade carvings.
A great object for study or display, this will make a nice addition to any student or appreciators collection of Chinese art and artifacts. Very good condition with no detectable repairs. Exhibits signs of age such as surface wear and weathering. As they are part of the description, please enlarge all photographs to better ascertain details and condition. The packing peanuts we use are recyclable: #6. Thank you for shopping with us. Follow us for quality items and other assorted. The item "RARE Jin Dynasty 1115-1234 Hebei Ding White Glaze Porcelain Impressed Peacock" is in sale since Friday, October 23, 2020. This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Plates".The seller is "celestial_nonesuch" and is located in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. This item can be shipped worldwide.