Large Plate From The Shipwreck Off The Coast Of Binh Tuan (wanli Period)
Large plate (28.5 cm) made of Chinese porcelain from the Zhangzhou region (known as “Swatow”), featuring a distinctive foot with sand embedded in it, which prevented the piece from sticking to the bottom of the kiln (or firing chamber) during firing. Dated by archaeologists to between 1573 and 1620.
The distinctive underglaze cobalt-blue decoration depicts a highly stylized Chinese phoenix surrounded by five cartouches with floral motifs.
In very good condition, with no cracks or chipping.
Diameter: 28.5 cm. Weight: 310 g. Free shipping within France via Colissimo with tracking.
Ref.:
Christie’s Australia, March 1–2, 2004: “The Binh Tuan Shipwreck,” lots 142, 227–59, 639…
Period: 17th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Porcelain
Reference (ID): 1779744
Availability: In stock
