A CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE PORCELAIN JARDINIERE AND SAUCER, MODERN, of bell form and decorated throughout in underglaze blue with a flaring rim of broad leaf banding alternating stylized ruyi above sides centering a flaming pearl flanked by two face-to-face roaring five claw dragons with long sinuous scaly bodies flying amidst scattered scrolling clouds, over a tapering base depicting frothy waves throughout a stylized terrestrial diagram, on a short conforming foot, height 13 1/4", diameter 19"; with its similarly detailed shallow saucer, height 2 5/8", diameter 18 3/4".

Great condition, no discernible chips, cracks or scratches, the jardiniere has a single water drainage hole in center. Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS.