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Thu, Apr 28, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 97

Chinese Blue and White Porcelain 'Dragon' Jar

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Qing dynasty, lidded temple jar with four molded taotie mask handles along the shoulder, the body painted with two opposing dragons chasing a flaming pearl over choppy waves, surrounded by stylized clouds and flames, domed lid with foo dog finial, 18 x 10-1/4 in.; with carved wood stand, overall height 20 in.

Provenance: A Private Boulder, Colorado Estate

Condition

lid with edge chips, rim hairline, small spider crack to interior wall, masks with glaze fritting, some scratches, base with wear