A rare Xingyao white glazed ewer,Tang Dynasty (AD618-907). Estimate HKD140,000 - 180,000 (TWD567,000 - 729,000) (USD18,100 - 23,200). Photo courtesy Ravenel.

This ewer has outwardly arched edge, a short neck, and a long, rounded belly. Attached to the neck and belly on one side is an elongated curved rattan design handle. On the opposite side of the handle is a short, round spout. Most Tang dynasty zhihu ewers show this kind of design. The whole vessel is glazed pure white. The finish has a smooth, glossy luster, and is free of impurities. A very fine and representative specimen of a white glazed ewer from the Tang dynasty's Xingyao kiln. H: 13.5 cm 

PROVENANCE: Old Private Hong Kong Collection

Ravenel Spring Auction 2015 Hong Kong. Literati Sublimation - Oriental Arts for the Chinese Scholars. Tuesday, June 2, 2015, 3:30 PM. Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel Boardroom, Mezzanine Floor, 1 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong