Description
Thick-walled, with a textured finish outside and around the rim. Vessels such as this were used during the Ming Dynasty to export various foodstuffs, in this case black eggs.
Bottom diameter 12"
Rim/opening diameter 10.75"
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This piece is in good condition. Wear is commensurate with age, use, and history; all flaws, mainly imperfections on the rim, are historical.
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Ceramic
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Bottom diameter 12"
Rim/opening diameter 10.75"
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This piece is in good condition. Wear is commensurate with age, use, and history; all flaws, mainly imperfections on the rim, are historical.
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Ceramic
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; This piece is in good condition. Wear is commensurate with age, use, and history; all flaws, mainly imperfections on the rim, are historical.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
22 x 19.5 x 19.5 in
Ming Dynasty 16th Century Black Egg Export Vessel
Estimate $1,250-$3,750
Starting Price
$500
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The Collector's Edit I
Jul 31, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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