「天鵝蓮花筆洗」
"Swan Lotus Pen Washer"
This pen washer, also known as a brush washer, features a graceful depiction of a swan resting on a lotus leaf. With its slender neck and gently folded wings, it emanates elegance and serenity. The lotus leaf serves as both a functional base and a symbol of purity and enlightenment in Chinese culture.
「雙耳鳳瓶」
"Double-Handled Phoenix Vase"
Graceful and majestic, this phoenix vase boasts a classic form with its distinctive double handles, gently curving body, and slender neck. The handles, meticulously sculpted to resemble the outstretched wings of a phoenix, lend an air of grace and mythical splendor to the piece. The refined proportions and harmonious contours contribute to its overall sense of aesthetic balance and harmony.
In chinese traditions, phoenixes are rumored to bring prosperity, resilience, and new beginnings.
「羊尊」
"Ram-shaped Zun"
Zun is a type of ancient Chinese vessel, often used for ceremonial and ritual purposes. This piece exemplifies a harmonious blend of grace and strength, showcasing the curled horns and gentle facial expression of the ram, which exude a profound sense of dignity and nobility. Symbolically, the ram is associated with auspicious qualities such as courage, prosperity, and protection, making this artwork not only visually striking but also spiritually meaningful.
「玉壺春牡丹瓶」
"Jade Spring Peony Vase"
This exquisite vase is adorned with enchanting imagery, capturing the essence of spring's vitality and renewal through blooming peonies. The delicate petals and detailing bring the peony flowers to life, infusing the piece with a sense of natural beauty. In Chinese culture, peonies hold deep symbolic significance, representing prosperity, love, and feminine grace. This artwork serves as a captivating ode to nature's bountiful charm, celebrating the lush beauty and timeless allure of these revered flowers.
「天球瓶」
"Globe Vase”
The Globe Vase showcases a harmonious combination of elegant features and intricate details, creating a balanced and visually appealing silhouette with its wide mouth, long neck, and gracefully rounded belly. The design is not only visually captivating but also symbolizes the impermanence and transient nature of existence, imbuing the artwork with a deeper philosophical meaning.
「貼塑龍型洗」
"Dragon Wash Basin"
Meticulously molded and sculpted, the dragon's sinuous body, fierce expression, and finely crafted scales convey a sense of power, grace, and ancient wisdom. In Chinese culture, the dragon symbolizes strength, good fortune, and prosperity, making this artwork an embodiment of auspicious symbolism.
「龍鳳章」
"Dragon and Phoenix Medallion”
This remarkable piece features a design depicting a harmonious union of a dragon and a phoenix. The dragon, a symbol of power and prosperity, is intricately rendered with its sinuous body, sharp claws, and majestic presence. The phoenix, representing grace and beauty, is portrayed with its elegant wings, flowing tail, and serene countenance. Together, the dragon and phoenix symbolize the perfect balance of yin and yang, as well as marital bliss and harmony.
「躍馬」
"Leaping Horse”
The Leaping Horse is a modern masterpiece of combined Western and Eastern decorative styles in Yue ware celadon. This sculpture, measuring showcases a dynamic and three-dimensional form, utilizing Western facet-carving techniques. The sculpture depicts a horse in mid-air, with its two legs leaping gracefully, capturing a moment of movement frozen in time. The Western-inspired carving technique adds depth and dimension to the overall design, creating a visually striking composition. The years have marked the journey with their traces, enriching life's experiences and deepening the wisdom found within. These experiences become imprinted in the depths of the soul, awaiting the arrival of the next season's transformation.
「同心越窯青瓷茶器」
"United Hearts Celadon Tea Set”
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the tea set features a design that revolves around the theme of "United Hearts." The pieces in the set, including the teapot, teacups, and serving tray, are adorned with intertwined patterns that represent harmony and togetherness. The elegant curves and balanced proportions of each component reflect the seamless unity of the set as a whole.
「孺子牛」
"The Filial Ox”
This piece embodies the essence of grace and innocence, capturing the strong image of a gentle calf in all its splendor. The calf has been revered in Chinese culture for its associations with purity, fertility, and prosperity. The birds near the calf signify the balance and interconnectedness of different elements in the natural world, portraying a serene and harmonious coexistence between animals.
「梅瓶」
"Plum Blossom Vase"
The vase's elegant form, inspired by the graceful shape of plum blossoms, captivates the viewer with its understated charm. Delicate branches and buds are intricately carved into the surface, evoking the ephemeral beauty and resilience of plum blossoms, which bloom in the cold winter months. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the exquisite rendering of each petal and the sense of movement conveyed by the curving branches.
「神獸尊」
"Divine Beast Vessel”
The vessel features a captivating representation of a divine beast, a creature with mythical origins and spiritual significance. With its majestic presence and intricate detailing, the divine beast exudes a sense of power and mystique. The artist's skillful sculpting brings the creature to life, showcasing its fierce expression, muscular form, and intricate patterns that adorn its body.
It welcomes positive energy, often associated with auspicious qualities such as power, protection, and good fortune.
「纏稜紋熏爐」
"Twisted Ridge Incense Burner"
The Twisted Ridge Incense Burner is a rare and exquisite treasure of Yue ware. This spherical-shaped vessel showcases the remarkable artistry and meticulous craftsmanship of Yue ware celadon. The design of the incense burner features a domed lid with a unique half-spherical shape, adorned with intricate twisted ridge patterns delicately carved through the latticed openings. The rim of the incense burner is adorned with three concentric circles of string-like patterns, adding a touch of elegance and refinement. At the lower section of the incense burner, three layers of lotus petal patterns are meticulously carved, further enhancing its artistic appeal.
「蓮花長頸罌瓶」
"Lotus Long-Necked Amphora Vase”
The Lotus Flower Long-necked Vase is renowned for its elegance and artistic craftsmanship. This trumpet-mouthed vase features a round and tall belly, adorned with intricate lotus flower carvings that beautifully accentuate its graceful silhouette.
「盤口膽瓶」
"Pan Kou Gallbladder-Shaped Vase”
The Pan Kou Gallbladder-Shaped Vase is celebrated for its elegant design and exceptional craftsmanship. This vase exhibits a harmonious combination of refined features, making it a coveted item among collectors and art enthusiasts. The overall shape of the vase is meticulously crafted, showcasing smooth and flowing lines that are characteristic of Yue ware celadon.
「劃花執壺」
"Carved Flower Pottery Flask”
The flared mouth of the flask adds a touch of elegance to its overall form, while the long neck provides a graceful silhouette. The leaf-shaped handles not only serve as functional elements but also enhance the aesthetic appeal of the flask. The intricate carving of the double-ridged protrusions and the delicate depiction of the branching flower pattern reveal the exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
「牡丹帶蓋罐」
"Peony Covered Jar”
The lid of the jar is adorned with intricately carved twining branch and leaf patterns, while the top is embellished with bird-shaped motifs. The sides of the jar feature symmetrically placed dragon ears, adding a touch of mythical allure. The body of the jar is lavishly adorned with meticulously carved peony twining branch patterns, symbolizing prosperity and beauty.
「盤口弦紋牡丹瓶」
"String-Pattern Peony Vase with Flared Mouth”
The String-Pattern Peony Vase is characterized by its exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty. This vase showcases a harmonious blend of intricate details and elegant proportions. It is adorned with intricate lotus petal patterns at the mouth and shoulder, while the rounded and bulging body features meticulously carved peony floral motifs.
「八稜淨瓶」
"Octagonal Pure Vase”
The Octagonal Pure Vase is a precious gem of Yue ware celadon, celebrated for its elegant design and exquisite craftsmanship. This slender and elongated vase gradually widens from top to bottom, featuring a gracefully elongated neck adorned with three concentric circles of string-like patterns at the base. The shoulder and abdomen of the vase protrude, forming eight distinct ridges, showcasing the mastery of Yue ware's secret-color ceramic technique.
「龍鳳燈籠瓶」
"Dragon and Phoenix Lantern Vase”
The Dragon and Phoenix Lantern Vase features a symmetrical arrangement of dragon-shaped ears at the rim and neck, reflecting the mythical power and auspicious symbolism associated with dragons. The shoulder and abdomen are adorned with intricate dragon and phoenix motifs, interwoven amidst swirling auspicious clouds, representing harmony and prosperity.
「盤口龍耳鳳瓶」
"Pan Kou Dragon Ear Phoenix Vase”
The vase features symmetrical dragon-shaped ears at the neck, adding a touch of majesty to its design. The shoulder and abdomen of the vase are meticulously carved with auspicious clouds and phoenix motifs, symbolizing good fortune and rebirth. The overall form of the vase is dignified and graceful, exemplifying the highest standards of craftsmanship.
「劃花對碟紋盒」
"Floral Carved Dish Pattern Box”
This flattened circular box is divided into two parts, comprising the lid and the body.The lid showcases finely carved lines depicting a pair of delicate butterflies, symbolizing grace and natural beauty. The edges and walls of the lid are adorned with meticulously carved leaf and grass patterns, adding an exquisite touch.
「魔蠍紋粉盒」
"Powder Box with Scorpion Motif”
The lid of the box is adorned with intricately carved double scorpion motifs playing with a pearl. The surrounding area on the bottom of the box is embellished with floral and foliage patterns, adding a touch of nature's beauty. The meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail make this powder box a true work of art.
「龍柄帶蓋壺」
"Dragon Handle Covered Pot”
The pot is adorned with a dragon-shaped handle and a raised lid, emphasizing the dragon theme. The body of the pot is uniquely shaped with melon-like ridges, enhancing its visual appeal. The dragon handle exhibits the serpent-like body and tail of a dragon, while the dragon's head features an open mouth and raised horns. The entire body of the dragon is meticulously decorated with scales, showcasing the artist's attention to detail. The pot also features a decorative motif of water ripples engraved on the shoulders and abdomen, further enhancing the imagery of waves and water. This design conveys the concept of a majestic dragon setting out on a voyage across the seas, symbolizing strength, power, and the ability to overcome obstacles.
「蓮瓣紋蓋罐」
"Lotus Petal Patterned Covered Jar”
The lid of the jar features two layers of lotus petal patterns, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal. The combination of the spherical shape and the intricately carved lotus petal patterns makes this jar a highly coveted piece among Yue ware collectors.
In the poem "A Lotus" by Tang Yaxun, the jar symbolizes an anticipation for a moment of blossoming within the realm of smoke and water. The clear and pure heart, like a serene lotus pond, patiently awaits. Its graceful figure, enduring wind and rain day and night, exudes a pure and innocent. compassion. Through the turning of dewdrops, it cleanses away the dust of the world.
「越窯蓮花尊罐」
"Yue Ware Lotus Vessel"
The lotus motif, intricately adorned on the surface, symbolizes purity and enlightenment in Chinese culture associated with purity rising from murky waters, inviting contemplation on the cyclical nature of life, growth, and spiritual awakening. The vessel, with its lotus-shaped body and flared rim, emulates the graceful unfolding of lotus petals. Each detail is meticulously shaped, creating a sense of fluidity and organic beauty. The vessel's silhouette embodies the harmony found in nature, reflecting the Chinese aesthetic principle of balance and simplicity.
