Lot 73
A Bronze 'Alms' Bowl, Xuande Mark, 18th Century
Lot 73 Details
A Bronze 'Alms' Bowl, Xuande Mark, 18th Century
清 十八世纪「大明宣德年制」款钵式炉
The gently rounded sides rising from a short, recessed foot to a wide, everted mouth, the surface with a rich, dark patina, the underside cast with a six-character Xuande nianzhi mark in a recessed rectangle. The form derived from Buddhist alms bowls, with a smooth and unadorned silhouette that reflects the literati's preference for purity and restraint. The shape and restrained finish emphasize the philosophical alignment between monastic humility and scholarly detachment, echoing the ideals of spiritual clarity and simplicity.
3.4 x 6.3 in — 8.6 x 16 cm
20.6 oz. — 641.4 grams
Estimate $2,000-$4,000
