"Guanyao" vase with ears, Southern Song dynasty (1127 - 1279)

Ceramic vase with grayish celadon glaze, crackled, pale glossy and unctuous typical of the Guanyao pottery of the Song dynasty. The shape is originally derived from ancient bronze "Hu" prototypes characterized by a straight mouth, wide belly and two ring handles, through which a cord was passed for carrying. In this form the ears are tubular (arrow-handled) and are located on the shoulders between horizontal molded bands. The profile is pear-shaped and rises from a circular profile base.

The texture, glaze color, style and production of Song dynasty porcelain far surpassed those of the previous generation. Guanyao 官窑 means official kiln that from the Tang dynasty to the Yuan dynasty, most produced tribute vessels. In Song dynasty porcelain, official kiln is a special name, which refers to celadon fired for the court.

The piece is in perfect condition with no breaks. 

Height: 16.50 cm; Base diameter: 6.70 cm; Mouth diameter: 8.20 cm; Weight: 651 g

Provenance: 

Private collection Turkey, Meltem Karabeyoglu.

Dr. Meltem Karabeyoglu is a Turkish born entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, lecturer and collector who is acknowledged for her deep and multi -dimensional knowledge and continuous presence in iraq over two decades. Dr. Karabeyoglu is the president of Karabeyoglu family enterprises, active in petroleum, mining and defence industries.