Antique Chinese Ming Period Zhangzhou Swatow Export Porcelain Plate Circa 1700"R

Description

View Antique Chinese Ming Period Zhangzhou Swatow Export Porcelain Plate Circa 1700"R with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Authentic Chinese export porcelain plate attributed to Zhangzhou (Swatow) ware of the late Ming period, circa 1700. • Attribution: Zhangzhou ware (Swatow ware). The present piece shows strong period features including a sandy unglazed foot rim, visible throwing rings, and natural kiln effects consistent with early export production. Authentic Chinese export porcelain plate attributed to Zhangzhou (Swatow) ware of the late Ming period, circa 1700. This hand-thrown example features expressive underglaze cobalt scrolling decoration on a pale celadon-toned ground, a hallmark of Fujian export ceramics produced for overseas markets. Zhangzhou wares were widely traded across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe and are valued today for their bold brushwork, rustic kiln character, and historical trade significance. The present piece shows strong period features including a sandy unglazed foot rim, visible throwing rings, and natural kiln effects consistent with early export production. A solid collector’s example suitable for display, study, or inclusion in an early Chinese export porcelain collection. Details: • Type: Chinese export porcelain plate • Attribution: Zhangzhou ware (Swatow ware) • Period: Ming period, circa 1700 • Origin: Fujian province, China • Decoration: Underglaze cobalt scrolling design • Size: Approx. 10 inches diameter x 2 inches tall • Foot: Unglazed sandy foot rim typical of period • Glaze: Natural crackle with kiln character • Condition: Age wear with firing imperfections • Era: Circa 1700 Ming export production Import duties/ Taxes : Import duties, taxes, and VAT are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These additional charges are the buyer's responsibility. Buyer have to clear the customs if there is any clearance hold in your country. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. Condition: Shows genuine antique wear consistent with age and export use. Heavy natural crackle glaze throughout with kiln spotting and firing imperfections to the foot and body. Surface staining and wear present from age. No major modern restoration observed. Structurally stable for display. Please examine all photos carefully as they form part of the description.. Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › China › Plates. Brand: [object Object].

Primary Material

Porcelain & Pottery

Color

Blue

Original/Reproduction

Antique Original

Region of Origin

China

Country of Origin

China

Age

Pre-1800