Seladon – A Glaze in Memory of Jade

The bowl acquired by Count Karl in China was originally used for offerings at a Buddhist altar. It was created in the 15th century during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644). Bowls like these were characteristic products of the Longquan kilns, located in southern China. They were produced during the Ming dynasty for export to Southeast Asia.

The bowl was made of stoneware, featuring a grey body coated with an olive-green celadon glaze. This type of stoneware, known as celadon, was very popular in China due to its colour, which resembled jade.