Lion-Ringed General Jar

Xu Yin is a highly respected artist from Longquan, China. He is famed for his celadon, being particularly proficient in the imitation of Southern Song glazes. His pieces preserve the traditional characteristics of Longquan celadon in a very sincere, humble and mature manner. Xu Yin has won numerous awards and high praise both home and abroad for his pieces, regarded by many as porcelain treasure.

The shoulder of the vessel is wide, with a proud, thick chest. It carries prestige, like a tiger or bear at their most powerful. The big round foot stands steady. The two lions harbor movable rings in their mouth. This movement denotes agility, but with a strong disciplined focus. They are dynamic and powerful, yet at the same time tranquil and unmoving in resolve. The vessel’s lid is in the shape of a general’s hat, signifying both authority and a solemn temperament. It stands at attention, soldier-like. It symbolizes the power a leader has ...

The shoulder of the vessel is wide, with a proud, thick chest. It carries prestige, like a tiger or bear at their most powerful. The big round foot stands steady. The two lions harbor movable rings in their mouth. This movement denotes agility, but with a strong disciplined focus. They are dynamic and powerful, yet at the same time tranquil and unmoving in resolve. The vessel’s lid is in the shape of a general’s hat, signifying both authority and a solemn temperament. It stands at attention, soldier-like. It symbolizes the power a leader has in mapping out a strategy, defeating the enemy and seizing victory. There is a clear sense of momentum and power in this piece. The color of the glaze is very calm, and is one of the finer examples of celadon work.

Height: 41cm (16")
Width: 27cm (10")

Height: 41cm (16")
Width: 27cm (10")

Natural Longquan clay, glaze stone, throwing

Natural Longquan clay, glaze stone, throwing