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A broad, bifurcated headdress frames the head, extending laterally without disrupting the vertical alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurface treatment is restrained and deliberate. Shallow incised motifs articulate the shaft in measured patterns, while the face and headdress are more fully modelled, introducing a controlled contrast between planar surface and sculptural projection. The distinction remains structural, maintaining clarity across the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarved in dense ebony, the material supports fine incision and crisp edge definition. The surface carries a deep, consistent patina, with soft variation along raised elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA strand of red and blue glass beads is present at the neck, likely a later addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Makonde carving, utilitarian objects are often brought into alignment with sculptural practice. Combs of this type extend beyond function, operating as markers of identity and status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe transformation is achieved through structure rather than ornament. Functional elements are retained, but subordinated to proportion, continuity, and surface control. The clarity of the object depends on the balance between use and form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Tanzania, 1987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045381534039,"sku":null,"price":10000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_9712-Modifica.jpg?v=1761794557"},{"product_id":"comb-1","title":"Ashanti Comb","description":"\u003cp\u003eAshanti — Ghana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA comb structured through symmetry and planar control, integrating figure and function within a single ordered field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is organised along a strict vertical axis. A standing female figure rises from a rectangular body, her head contained within a balanced geometric framework. The facial features are reduced and frontal, held in symmetry and restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper structure is defined by shallow, controlled carving. Flanking elements and incised motifs establish a measured rhythm across the surface, while preserving the dominance of the planar field. The figure remains integrated within this system rather than projecting from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow, the teeth descend in a regular, uninterrupted sequence, completing the object with precision. Their even spacing reinforces the overall order of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFigure, pattern, and function are fully unified. No element operates independently; each contributes to a coherent structural whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface carries a consistent patina, with subtle variation along raised elements and light wear consistent with handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Ashanti carving, objects of personal use are governed by proportion, symmetry, and clarity of organisation. Surface articulation reflects systems of order and presentation rather than individual expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this example, symmetry acts as the primary structuring principle. The figure is contained within a disciplined framework, and the surface is resolved through controlled incision rather than excess detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Ghana, 1983\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045381632343,"sku":null,"price":10000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_9716_f2cd8430-630f-4afa-895b-1a657ba22183.jpg?v=1761793954"},{"product_id":"dogon-door","title":"Dogon Carved Door","description":"\u003cp\u003eDogon — Mali\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single-plank door structured through register, openwork, and integrated figural support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarved from a single piece of wood, the door is organised into three horizontal registers defined by continuous geometric bands. These bands stabilise the composition, framing the carved field while maintaining structural continuity across the height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper register centres on a human figure set within a radiating sun form, establishing a focal point within a contained field. Below, the flanking registers are densely populated with lizard or chameleon figures arranged in opposing directions. These interlock across a fully pierced surface, creating a continuous interplay between solid and void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base, a projecting female figure extends forward from the lower register. Her outstretched arms form the primary horizontal element, acting as a structural support that visually and physically carries the composition above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelief and incision are held in balance throughout. Carved elements remain contained within the framework of the registers, ensuring that no single motif disrupts the overall order. The openwork is precise, with consistent spacing and controlled transitions between positive and negative space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface carries a deep, stable patina, with wear along raised edges consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDogon doors operate simultaneously as architectural components and carriers of symbolic imagery. The carved surface is inseparable from the structure itself, with figural and geometric elements integrated into a fixed framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpenwork carving introduces a dynamic relation between presence and absence, while the register system maintains clarity and order. In this example, the composition is resolved through alignment: the central figure anchors the vertical axis, and the surrounding forms are contained within a disciplined structural field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Mali, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045382222167,"sku":null,"price":1000000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_9808-Modifica.jpg?v=1761792577"},{"product_id":"tray","title":"Ceremonial Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003ePersian — Isfahan, Iran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large tinned copper tray organised through concentric registers and a central engraved medallion. The surface unfolds from a tightly worked spiral at the centre, enclosed by a dense vegetal field, followed by a broad plain band and an outer engraved border. Each register is contained and clearly defined, establishing a controlled radial progression across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is articulated through repeated lobed divisions, each panel individually engraved. This segmented perimeter frames the outward movement of the composition and stabilises the overall structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight embossing lifts selected elements from the engraved field, introducing shallow relief while maintaining continuity across the surface. The interaction between engraving and embossing remains measured, preserving legibility without interrupting the underlying order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal retains a stable, softly reflective patina, with tonal variation accentuating the depth of the engraved lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian trays of this type are structured through concentric organisation and radial expansion. The central spiral determines direction and rate, while surrounding vegetal registers and the articulated rim regulate the movement outward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coherence of the whole depends on the alignment of ornament with structure, where each band reinforces the geometry of the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Iran, 1968\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045419708759,"sku":null,"price":30000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_6235.jpg?v=1761795488"},{"product_id":"wall-decorative-plate","title":"Wall Decorative Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003ePersian — Isfahan, Iran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA circular plate organised through a central figural scene and a structured enclosing border. The engraved field depicts two courtly figures beneath a flowering tree, accompanied by a bird, set within a dense vegetal surround that defines and contains the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer register is articulated through repeating lobed reserves, each enclosing architectural views. These panels are held within a continuous band, establishing a measured rhythm around the perimeter while maintaining separation from the central field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngraving is precise and consistent across both registers. The darkened ground contrasts with the exposed copper, producing a stable tonal interplay that reinforces the legibility of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian metalwork from Isfahan integrates figural narrative within controlled surface systems. Centralised scenes are framed by ordered borders, with each register distinct in content yet unified in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balance between narrative detail and structural clarity is maintained through the organisation of the surface into clearly defined zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Iran, 1968\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045420101975,"sku":null,"price":35000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_6289.jpg?v=1761795533"},{"product_id":"calligraphic-bowl","title":"Calligraphic Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafavid — Iran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Safavid bowl defined by a continuous band of calligraphy encircling the body. The inscription is set within a bordered register of vegetal engraving, forming a structured field that runs uninterrupted around the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe profile rises from a narrow foot into a broad, open rim, the widening form providing a stable ground for the calligraphic band. The inscription remains consistent in scale and spacing, maintaining continuity across the curvature of the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlanking registers of dense vegetal ornament frame the script above and below, reinforcing its position within the overall structure. The engraved lines are precise and evenly distributed, allowing the script and ornament to remain distinct yet integrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tinned copper surface retains a stable, softly reflective quality, with tonal variation supporting the clarity of the engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Safavid metalwork, inscription functions as a primary organising element. Calligraphy is integrated into the surface through defined registers, aligned with the vessel’s form and supported by surrounding ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe relationship between script and geometry is central: the band follows the contour of the bowl, establishing continuity while maintaining legibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Iran, 1968\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045420790103,"sku":null,"price":40000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_9884_198fa19e-49ab-4b35-9925-80f1adb9e767.jpg?v=1761793305"},{"product_id":"pitcher-jug","title":"Pitcher Jug","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafavid — Iran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Safavid jug of conical lower body rising into a cylindrical neck and terminating in a flared, scalloped rim. The transition between volumes is continuous, the profile tightening at the neck before opening outward at the lip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA curved handle extends from the shoulder to the rim, following the contour of the vessel and remaining closely integrated with the overall form. Its attachment does not interrupt the engraved surface, maintaining continuity across the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface is organised through horizontal registers of engraving. Dense vegetal fields occupy the broader lower section, while narrower bands articulate the upper zones with more restrained patterning. Each register follows the geometry of the form, establishing a clear relation between ornament and volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tinned copper retains a stable, softly reflective surface. Engraved lines remain sharply defined, with tonal variation across the metal contributing to the legibility of the decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafavid metalwork is characterised by the alignment of surface and structure. Engraved ornament is not applied independently but organised in accordance with the vessel’s form, moving in bands that reinforce its geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example maintains that clarity. The alternation between dense and open registers establishes rhythm without disrupting the coherence of the whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Iran, 1968\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045421052247,"sku":null,"price":50000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_9879.jpg?v=1761793776"},{"product_id":"pitcher-jug-1","title":"Pitcher Jug","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafavid — Iran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Safavid jug with a broad, expanding lower body rising into a sharply flaring neck, the transition contained by a compressed band at the shoulder. The rim opens outward on an angled axis, introducing a measured asymmetry that activates the upper profile without destabilising the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA curved handle extends from the shoulder to the rim, following the contour of the vessel and remaining closely integrated. Its attachment is absorbed into the surface, allowing the engraved field to remain continuous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ornament is organised in horizontal registers. Dense vegetal engraving occupies the main body, while the neck is structured through narrower, more ordered bands. These zones follow the geometry of the vessel, tightening at points of transition and opening across broader surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tinned copper retains a stable patina with soft tonal variation. Engraved details remain crisp and legible, the surface holding both depth and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafavid metalwork is defined by the alignment of ornament with structure. Engraving is contained within bands that correspond to shifts in volume, reinforcing the vessel’s geometry rather than obscuring it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere, the asymmetrical flare of the rim introduces a controlled deviation within an otherwise disciplined system. The balance between variation and order is maintained throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Iran, 1968\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045421216087,"sku":null,"price":75000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_9874.jpg?v=1761793739"},{"product_id":"a-qajar-mirror-case","title":"Qajar Mirror Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eIran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Qajar lacquer mirror case, structured as a hinged form in which exterior image and interior function are held in direct relation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer panels are organised as paired figural scenes, each contained within a bordered field and set against a dense vegetal ground. The compositions are balanced across the hinge, maintaining continuity while remaining structurally divided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior centres on a mirror plate, framed by calligraphic panels and painted reserves. A single nude figure is positioned within a floral field, contained within the same system of borders that governs the exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe object is defined by its dual structure. The hinge separates outer narrative from inner reflection, yet both surfaces are resolved within a single pictorial and ornamental system. No element is independent; image, script, and frame are held in alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lacquer surface remains stable, preserving clarity of line and colour across both interior and exterior fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQajar lacquer work operates through the integration of figuration, calligraphy, and ornament within controlled surface systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn mirror cases, this is extended into structure: the act of opening establishes a transition between outward image and inward function. The object is not decorative but operative, its meaning carried through use, reflection, and the separation of interior and exterior space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Iran, 1968\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045421642071,"sku":null,"price":18000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_9888.jpg?v=1761793637"},{"product_id":"blue-white-vase","title":"Blue \u0026 White Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eChina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA paired set of blue and white vessels, differentiated by structure yet unified through control of surface and proportion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first is a globular vessel, its rounded body opened through a pierced lattice field. The carving creates a continuous interplay between solid and void, framed by dense cobalt ornament that stabilises the surface. The pierced sections are contained within clearly defined panels, ensuring the structure remains legible despite the openness of the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second rises in a tall cylindrical body, expanding into a broad flared rim. Its surface is uninterrupted, articulated entirely through painted decoration. Bands of ornament gather at the base and neck, while the central field opens to more fluid arrangements of birds and flowering branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross both vessels, the painted programme follows the geometry of each form. Areas of compression—base, shoulder, and neck—carry denser patterning, while broader surfaces are treated with greater spatial economy. The contrast between the two lies in proportion and construction rather than decorative approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glaze is even and luminous throughout. The cobalt sits cleanly within the surface, retaining clarity and depth against the white ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Chinese ceramic production, blue and white decoration is governed by the relationship between form and surface. Ornament is not applied uniformly but organised in response to the vessel’s structure, moving between density and openness across its profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this pair, variation in form—pierced versus continuous—does not disrupt this principle. Each vessel maintains internal coherence, with surface articulation aligned precisely to its geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Felice Maffei Collection, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in China, 2010\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable on private enquiry.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OriginalTribalArts.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045422231895,"sku":null,"price":15000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/8600\/5591\/files\/DSC_9856.jpg?v=1761796673"},{"product_id":"green-vase","title":"Green Glazed Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eChina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA double-gourd vase defined by proportion, continuity of form, and a unified glazed surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vase is structured as a double-gourd form, the lower globe rising into a compressed waist before expanding into the upper body and narrowing into a short neck. The transition between volumes is controlled and continuous, maintaining clear proportional balance between lower mass and upper register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pierced lattice band encircles the central field, opening the surface while preserving structural integrity. Within this zone, relief panels depict birds among flowering branches, articulated in a shallow and even register. The relief remains contained, integrated within the broader geometry rather than projecting beyond it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glaze defines the object. A deep, saturated green covers both relief and ground in a continuous, reflective surface, settling evenly across carved and openwork areas without interruption. Subtle tonal variation occurs where the glaze gathers, reinforcing depth while maintaining coherence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContext\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Chinese ceramic practice, monochrome glazes establish presence through depth, surface, and consistency. Structural variation—piercing and relief—is introduced within a controlled framework, ensuring that surface complexity does not disrupt overall balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere, the relationship between form and glaze remains exact. 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