MING XUANDE BLUE AND WHITE ALUM RED SEA CLOUD...
Updated September 15, 2026
| Lot number | 329 |
| Estimate | 4,000.00 - 5,000.00 USD |
| Auction | Sep Premier Antique & Collectibles II |
| Date | September 20, 2026 at 1:53 AM EDT |
| Auction house | Yakon Auctions |
| Location | Germantown, Maryland |
DRAGON PATTERN LARGE JAR, "MADE IN THE XUANDE PERIOD OF THE GREAT MING DYNASTY". <br>Height:28cm (11.02in) , Diameter:31cm (12.20in) This imposing jar features stout neck, full rounded shoulder and tapering lower body. The neck is decorated with underglaze?blue cloud patterns. The main body is painted in vivid iron?red with a powerful coiling dragon, detailed scales, flowing mane and accompanying flame?cloud scrolls. The lower section is rendered in underglaze?blue with surging ocean waves and rocky mountains. Strong visual contrast exists between cobalt?blue and iron?red pigments under lustrous glaze. The base bears six?character ??Da Ming Xuan De Nian Zhi?? mark within double blue circle. The unglazed foot?ring reveals robust ceramic body with natural age?related wear. Dragon motif symbolizes imperial supremacy. Combining blue and iron?red palette, this jar represents grand imperial?style porcelain of Ming dynasty.<br><br>ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.<br><br> Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions.<br><br> The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description.<br><br> Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value.<br><br> All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provided with the lot. Unless expressly stated, Yakon Auctions has not independently authenticated any signature, inscription, attribution, authorship, association, provenance, pressing detail, edition, period, origin, or related documentation.<br><br> Terms such as "attributed
