Dimensions: Width: 13.5 cm, Height: 12.3 cm

Chinese Ming Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain Lidded Jar On Carved Hardwood Stand. Potted with a shallow body, slight deep, flaring round rim with dome flat lid, globular heavy on mid body, raised on flat foot base. Hand painted ornamentations are rendered in white base color which contrast against blue color depicted of flying mythical beast qilin through scrolling ruyi, flaming vapors and auspicious ornament. Qilin are extraordinarily beautiful creatures, sparkling like gems and adorned in flames. With their scaly bodies and horned heads, they resemble Chinese dragons, and their tails are like lion. Qilin are thought to be a symbol of luck, good omens, protection, prosperity, success, and longevity by the Chinese. Whatever their special attraction, they always move gracefully and dazzle the mortals who see them. The underside unglazed, revealed the pale-creme ground revealed and dark grayfish brown spotted firing marks and edge-cut foot rim.

Over all in EXCELLENT Condition. Natural imperfection on the medium (porcelain), regardless from any major damages; includes minor scratches. Consider normal due to the ages.
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