Chinese Song-Style Ge Ware Crackle Glaze Water Pot

Description: Item/Description: Song-style Chinese scholars' desk water pot or brush washer. Exterior is enveloped in a thick, lustrous ash-grey glaze suffused with a prominent, tightly packed web of intentional dark gray and iron-brown crackle lines, emulating the celebrated gold threads and iron wires characteristic of Ge wares, one of the famous Five Great Kilns of the Song Dynasty. Material: Ceramic Dimensions: Diameter: 5"; Height: 3 1/2" Condition: Signs of age, use, and wear include markings, residue, scuffing, surface wear. Label residue on underside. Age: Late 20th Century Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $15 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 268 Buyers premium: 23%

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