16th-century Ming Dynasty Porcelain Shipwreck Bowl Mini Ornaments The Botanist’s Repository

The Botanist’s Repository

5" Width x 2

this retro Santa Claus ornament adds a touch of rustic charm to your tree

9" L x 9" W x 10" H

8" W x 1" Deep

16th-century Ming Dynasty Porcelain Shipwreck Bowl Mini Ornaments The Botanist’s RepositoryThis mid 16th century porcelain bowl is among John Derian's trove of handpicked vintage & antique goods. Dating back to the late Ming Dynasty era (c. 1540 AD), this swatow bowl features a blue & white motif and is encrusted with large, fossilized oyster shells. The piece maintains a marine patina after being submerged in water for centuries before its recovery during a historical shipwreck salvage excavation . Details approx. 6" W, 3" Deep approx. 11"