Vase with Encircling Qi Dragon Motif

Culture Chinese

Datemid-17th to early 18th century, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

MediumDehua ware, porcelain with applied biscuit relief decoration and translucent alkali-lime glaze

Dimensions10 x 7.5 cm (3 15/16 x 2 15/16 in.)

ClassificationsCeramics

Credit LineGift of Birgit Faber-Morse in honor of Elisabeth and Sidney N. Morse

Terms

Object number2011.455

Label TextThe small dragon has a twig in its mouth. Similar vases with coiling dragons were made in bronze during the time period when this ceramic work was made.

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