11. Hosho-gata (interlocking lozenge-form) mukozuke
Jingdezhen, China
Ming Dynasty, Tianqi Period (1620-1627)
In the form of two interlocking lozenges raised on three feet, decorated with a landscape design to the interior separated in the centre by a diamond shaped reserve containing a flower. 3.5cm high, 17.75cm wide. Cat. 527
Condition report (carefully viewed under UV, strong light and magnification): minor fritting to the rim in some small areas (production/firing flaw). Glaze is a bit matt to the exterior and interior walls suggesting slight underfiring.
Jingdezhen, China
Ming Dynasty, Tianqi Period (1620-1627)
In the form of two interlocking lozenges raised on three feet, decorated with a landscape design to the interior separated in the centre by a diamond shaped reserve containing a flower. 3.5cm high, 17.75cm wide. Cat. 527
Condition report (carefully viewed under UV, strong light and magnification): minor fritting to the rim in some small areas (production/firing flaw). Glaze is a bit matt to the exterior and interior walls suggesting slight underfiring.
Jingdezhen, China
Ming Dynasty, Tianqi Period (1620-1627)
In the form of two interlocking lozenges raised on three feet, decorated with a landscape design to the interior separated in the centre by a diamond shaped reserve containing a flower. 3.5cm high, 17.75cm wide. Cat. 527
Condition report (carefully viewed under UV, strong light and magnification): minor fritting to the rim in some small areas (production/firing flaw). Glaze is a bit matt to the exterior and interior walls suggesting slight underfiring.