Chinese Mottled Green, White and Black Carved Jade Covered Libation Vessel, in the form of a mythical animal, with loose ring handles at the front and rear, the body carved in low relief with dragon and phoenix decor and a band of foliage, the cover with a horned head and a tail in the form of a bird's head, H. 4 1/8 in., W.- 5 3/4 in., D.- 2 3/4 in.

Condition consistent with age. An approximately 1 inch crack is noted along the rim of the spout. A ½ inch hairline crack is seen extending from the rim on one side toward the base. A flea-sized chip is observed in one handle. A beautiful piece. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS." NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.