Rutilated quartz. China, late Qing Dynasty, approx. 19th cent.
Complexly crafted vessel is also striking due to the exceptionally lovely effective structure of this mineral in light, almost like a glass. Beautiful as well is the fine light greenish hue. The form is influenced by the archaic tripod ding vessel, while here the execution is according to the era. Especially distinguishing are the powerfully expressive dragon heads, which form the handles. On their beards, which are grommets, large moveable rings are hanging. The ornamental design on the round vessel and begin of the three stout legs is composed of spirals, meander and borders with triangle rows. The tall arched lid has the same décor, openings as well as a very amusing spirited lion dog shizi on the top. 水晶雕é¾ç´‹é¦™çˆ. 中國, 清代晚期, ç´„ 19世紀. 高 14.8 厘米, 15.7 厘米.
HEIGHT 14,8 CM, DIAM. 15,7 CM
From a German private collection