Dish with a design of melons and floral scrolls
Data
| Artist | Jingdezhen ware |
|---|---|
| Period | China, Yuan dynasty, 14th century |
| Materials and techniques | Porcelain with underglaze blue |
| Size | H.6.9 MD.39.8 BD.22.8 |
Explanation
It was in the Yuan dynasty that the production of blue-and-white began in earnest. Typical blue and white of this period are decorated with motifs painted in bold strokes over the entire surface of the vessels in underglaze blue of a dark subdued tone. This large dish is a classic Yuan piece featuring the characteristic spiky leaves and flowers with pointed petals. The dish, unusually large for its type and decorated in underglaze blue of a beautiful color, is an excellent example of a Yuan blue-and-white.