CHINESE WHITE CRACKLEWARE PORCELAIN VASE In baluster form, with iron glaze banded decoration around the shoulder and foot, and molde...

CHINESE WHITE CRACKLEWARE PORCELAIN VASE 19th Century

In baluster form, with iron glaze banded decoration around the shoulder and foot, and molded iron glaze decoration of two five-clawed dragons chasing a fiery pearl through clouds around the body. Drilled through four-character mark on base. Height 17". Diameter of rim 6".

Provenance:

A private Cape Cod, Massachusetts estate.

Condition: Drilled as noted. Area of non-craqueleure at backside of base - kiln flaw.

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