16th-century Swatow Ming Porcelain Shipwreck Plate
This mid 16th-century Swatow ware porcelain plate is among John Derian's trove of handpicked vintage & antique goods. Dating back to the late Ming Dynasty era (c. 1540 AD), the plate features a phoenix bird motif with stylized blossoms and bamboo foliage. This piece maintains a marine patina after being submerged in water for centuries before its recovery during a historical shipwreck salvage excavation.
Details
Please note that vintage items embrace unique variations and imperections such as marine wear including glze dulling, discoloration, chipping, scratches, dirt, and rust.
Description
This mid 16th-century Swatow ware porcelain plate is among John Derian's trove of handpicked vintage & antique goods. Dating back to the late Ming Dynasty era (c. 1540 AD), the plate features a phoenix bird motif with stylized blossoms and bamboo foliage. This piece maintains a marine patina after being submerged in water for centuries before its recovery during a historical shipwreck salvage excavation.
Details
Please note that vintage items embrace unique variations and imperections such as marine wear including glze dulling, discoloration, chipping, scratches, dirt, and rust.
