A Chinese blue and white dragon roundel plaque, 19th century
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Description
A Chinese blue and white dragon roundel plaque
19th century
Featuring 'dragon chasing a flaming pearl' motif surrounded by peach with scrollwork border. Sold with associated wooden stand.
Dia: 9 in.
Dia: 22.86 cm.
Provenance: Estate of Yip Hon (1904-1997). Nicknamed Kwai Wong (translated as Ghost King), Yip Hon was a gambling tycoon in South China. He amassed great wealth in the casinos there through his technique of listening dice, eventually opening his own casino.
19th century
Featuring 'dragon chasing a flaming pearl' motif surrounded by peach with scrollwork border. Sold with associated wooden stand.
Dia: 9 in.
Dia: 22.86 cm.
Provenance: Estate of Yip Hon (1904-1997). Nicknamed Kwai Wong (translated as Ghost King), Yip Hon was a gambling tycoon in South China. He amassed great wealth in the casinos there through his technique of listening dice, eventually opening his own casino.
Condition
Two minor chips and a glaze chip to edge. Overall good condition.
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A Chinese blue and white dragon roundel plaque, 19th century
Estimate $100 - $200
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