Ming Dynasty Lead Glazed Pottery Set of Fruits, Cake, and a Vase, 1368-1643

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Item Details

A collection of six (6) molded earthenware pottery tomb figures (mingqi) modeled as votive offerings, including tiered fruit piles (peaches or buns), a steamed cake, and a miniature baluster vase. The group displays the characteristic sancai (three-color) style palette, primarily utilizing lead-based amber (ochre) and leaf-green glazes. The objects are housed in a fitted presentation box. Includes a vintage ‘Certificate of Identity’ from The Oriental Ceramic Association of Macao (dated Sept. 20, 1992) attributing the items to the Ming Dynasty.

Marks	No Discernible Maker’s Mark
Period	Ming Dynasty
Date	1368-1643
Origin	China
Number of Items	6
Additional Information	Includes a Certificate of Identity from Macao Archaeology Association.

Condition

- chips to edges of some pieces; loss of paint in some areas from handling and aging; lint residue across surfaces; adhesive residue on small pot; some pieces have lossed glaze; bottom of one figurine is chipped.

Dimensions

9.0" W x 6.0" H x 3.5" D

- measures box ceramic figurines; individual figurine measures 2" W x 3" H x 2" D.

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