Grand plat aux phénix, M.C. 2016-57 (4 of 4), Vers 1450

Date of production: around 1450 dating in century: mid-15th century type(s) of object(s): vietnam, archaeology, ceramic name(s): dish materials and techniques: sandstone, underglaze painted decor place(s) of execution/realization: vietnam or việt nam dimensions - artwork: height: 7cm diameter: 40. 5cm description: large dish with blue decoration in three concentric registers (foliage, lotus flowers) surrounding the central circular scene where two phoenixes confront each other using the arrangement of the "yin yang fish". The exterior wall of the dish bears a decoration of cloudy scrolls framed in fourteen lotus petals. The base is covered with a brown wash. The lip was wiped clean. Marine concretions remain. Marks, inscriptions, hallmarks: label - chu đậu furnaces, from the wreck of hội an themes / subjects / places represented: rinceau, lotus, phoenix, petal, cloud date of acquisition: 23–06–2016 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2016-57. Date: Vers 1450.