Dingyao ceramic foliate dish, Jin dynasty (1125 - 1234)

Dingyao" glazed pottery in a single greenish color resembling the color of tea, molded in the form of a deep dish with a foliated rim. Mauve-shaped dishes are unusually found among ceramics with a monochrome glaze in khaki or greenish color. The glaze slips and leaves the rims exposed. The dish is very finely and delicately molded. The piece is in perfect condition with no cracks or restorations.

Height: 2,8 cm; Diameter: 15,2 cm.

Provenance: European private collection.