TWO 'YAOZHOU' MOLDED 'PEONY' BOWLS NORTHERN SONG / JIN DYNASTY

each of conical form, with rounded sides rising to a flared rim, supported on a narrow foot, the interior with lush peony blooms borne on leafy stems, all covered with an olive-green glaze pooling to a deeper tone in the recessed areas, the base and footing left unglazed (2)

Acquired in the 1970s or 80s.

The larger bowl - scattered iron spots and kiln grit adhered to the foot. Otherwise, in good condition. The smaller bowl - kiln adhesion above the foot. Otherwise, in good condition.
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