Description
Chinese Qing dynasty cloisonne enameled dragon-handled ewer. The elegantly formed vessel decorated with profusely scrolling lotus in red, blue, green and white enamel on black ground underneath a ruyi-head border at the shoulder and mouth rim. Featuring an elaborately modelled five-clawed dragon clambering along the the side of the ewer, integrated as a handle.
Height: 11 1/2 in x width: 6 in x diameter: 4 1/4 in.
Height: 11 1/2 in x width: 6 in x diameter: 4 1/4 in.
Condition
There is a large wax-filled repair along the side corresponding with a slight dent/depression. Another, smaller, wax-filled repair to the opposite side. Both of these repairs are on or near the shou symbol. There are repairs where the body of the ewer meets the foot. Patination throughout. Some white-colored accretions in the recessed areas of the bronze, possibly old polish. Some scratches to the foot.
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Chinese Qing Dynasty Cloisonne Dragon Ewer
Estimate $1,500-$3,000
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Arts of Asia
Nov 10, 2026, 11:00 AM ESTSt. Paul, MN, United States
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