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Chinese Ming Dynasty Martaban Jar

17th century
Sold 5 June 2025 · School House Antiques
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Chinese Ming Dynasty 1368 - 1644 Martaban Jar . Dates to the early Ming period .

High neck and wide shoulders , brown slip glaze , unglazed base , loop-handles. rolled lipped rim typical of Chinese ware .

Please see book "Tempayan.Martavans" items 14 and 14a.) for additional information

These Jars were important trade items in Southeast Asia during the 11th - 16th century .

The Jar carries an intriguing series of surface marks and Imperfections created while the clay was in the kiln . Very good antique condition . age related chips to be expected .

27cm x 27cm

UK delivery: £20

Date of Manufacture

School House Antiques has dated this Chinese Ming Dynasty Jar to the Before 1700 period.

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Description
Chinese Ming Dynasty 1368 - 1644 Martaban Jar . Dates to the early Ming period .

High neck and wide shoulders , brown slip glaze , unglazed base , loop-handles. rolled lipped rim typical of Chinese ware .

fig 1. A large globular Chinese Ming dynasty Martaban jar covered in a dark brown glossy glaze with visible surface pitting and age wear.
fig 1. Chinese Ming Dynasty Martaban Jar

Please see book "Tempayan.Martavans" items 14 and 14a.) for additional information

These Jars were important trade items in Southeast Asia during the 11th - 16th century .

“
The Jar carries an intriguing series of surface marks and Imperfections created while the clay was in the kiln.
School House Antiques

. Very good antique condition . age related chips to be expected .

27cm x 27cm

UK delivery: £20

Date of Manufacture

School House Antiques has dated this Chinese Ming Dynasty Jar to the Before 1700 period.

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SA897824
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Archive I A large globular Chinese Ming dynasty Martaban jar covered in a dark brown glossy glaze with visible surface pitting and age wear. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Chinese Ming Dynasty Martaban Jar

Archive II A large globular Chinese Ming dynasty Martaban jar covered in a dark brown glossy glaze with visible surface pitting and age wear. View II
Archive III A large globular Chinese Ming dynasty Martaban jar covered in a dark brown glossy glaze with visible surface pitting and age wear. View III
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A large globular Chinese Ming dynasty Martaban jar covered in a dark brown glossy glaze with visible surface pitting and age wear.
Chinese Ming Dynasty Martaban Jar
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A large globular Chinese Ming dynasty Martaban jar covered in a dark brown glossy glaze with visible surface pitting and age wear.
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  • ObjectJars & Vessels
  • Period17th century
  • StyleMing Dynasty
  • MaterialStoneware, Ceramic, Glaze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGlobular body, Loop lugs, Roll rim, Iron-rich glaze

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Martaban jars are large stoneware vessels produced in China and Southeast Asia, historically used for maritime trade and storage of commodities such as water, oil, rice, and spices.

These vessels were typically thrown from coarse-grained stoneware clay, finished with heavy iron-rich dark brown or amber glazes, and fired in large wood-burning dragon kilns.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of age such as kiln grit adhesion, glaze pooling, surface crackle, and natural wear consistent with centuries of burial or maritime transport.

Such a sculptural vessel works well as a standalone floor piece, atop a heavy timber console, or integrated into a minimalist vignette to provide textural contrast.

Preserve these items by dusting with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding harsh cleaning agents, and keeping them away from direct sunlight and areas subject to rapid humidity changes.
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