Jingdezhen, China
Ming Dynasty, Chongzhen Period (1627-1644)
Decorated with millet and two pairs of ducks, one pair flying and the other swimming under the moon in underglaze blue and copper red, with an auspicious inscription around the rim. 8cm high, 9cm diameter. Together with Japanese double-wooden box, the inner box dating to the earlier Edo period. Cat. 130
Note: Although this was conceived as a hi-ire, it is also suitable for use as a tea bowl, as the interior is fully glazed. A pair of ducks represents harmony and marital bliss, while millet represents fertility; together indicating a wish for many children and a happy marriage.
Condition report (carefully viewed under UV, strong light and magnification): small areas of minor fritting to the rim and edges (production/firing flaws).
Jingdezhen, China
Ming Dynasty, Chongzhen Period (1627-1644)
Decorated with millet and two pairs of ducks, one pair flying and the other swimming under the moon in underglaze blue and copper red, with an auspicious inscription around the rim. 8cm high, 9cm diameter. Together with Japanese double-wooden box, the inner box dating to the earlier Edo period. Cat. 130
Note: Although this was conceived as a hi-ire, it is also suitable for use as a tea bowl, as the interior is fully glazed. A pair of ducks represents harmony and marital bliss, while millet represents fertility; together indicating a wish for many children and a happy marriage.
Condition report (carefully viewed under UV, strong light and magnification): small areas of minor fritting to the rim and edges (production/firing flaws).
