Join The Collection to save, track, and explore works like this.

A polychrome enamelled 'qilin' dish, — A polychrome enamelled 'qilin' dish, Ming dynasty, 16th / 17th century

A polychrome enamelled 'qilin' dish,

A polychrome enamelled 'qilin' dish, Ming dynasty, 16th / 17th century

A decorative ceramic dish from the Ming dynasty featuring polychrome enameled decoration depicting a qilin, a mythological Chinese creature. Dating to the 16th or 17th century, the piece demonstrates the refined ceramic arts of the period.

🔨 Auction Lot

A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Online. Part I

May 10, 2023

Estimate: $2,000$3,000

Lot 25

Start the Discussion

Request access to join the discussion

About this work

A polychrome enamelled 'qilin' dish,, A polychrome enamelled 'qilin' dish, Ming dynasty, 16th / 17th century

A decorative ceramic dish from the Ming dynasty featuring polychrome enameled decoration depicting a qilin, a mythological Chinese creature. Dating to the 16th or 17th century, the piece demonstrates the refined ceramic arts of the period.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Porcelain, Decorative Arts, Qilin, Ming Dynasty, Polychrome Enamel, Chinese Art, 16th Century, Ceramic, 17th Century