Chinese Celadon Dragon Vase
Grayish green monochrome glazed vase with highly embossed images of 2 dragons, one on each side. No markings observed. It is heavy, and slightly off kilter. It appears to have a wave design around the base. There are a couple of what appear to be burn marks, (one on outside lip and one on inside of mouth.). There is a spot where it may have been attached to another pot during firing.
13 inches high x approximately 7 inches wide
This is part of a collection from my mother that she acquired while living with my father in Malaysia in the 1980’s. She bought antiques, art and ceramics in Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong during that period.
Inherited
Yes
Hello Mary,
I'm glad you chose Mearto for your online appraisal, once again.
Based on the images, this is a Dragon Celadon vase, from ancient China, with no marks so it's date it's not posible to know. It is decorated with confronting kui dragons below angular scrolls and a stiff leaves.
Arguably the most well-known motif in Chinese art, the dragon is a multivalent symbol imbued with many layers of meaning, including protection, happiness, and fertility. In early Chinese art the dragon was understood as a symbol of the cardinal direction east, and it has long been associated with water, particularly lakes and rivers.
Hi David, thank you for the information. I am curious when you say “ancient China” what time period does that include? Please let me know. Thank you.