Gilt-bronze Repoussé and Jade Mongolian-style Ewer

Gilt-bronze Repoussé and Jade Mongolian-style Ewer, China, with dragon-inspired spout and handle, the cover with a white jade openwork shishi on top, the neck decorated with carved jade chilongs in various poses, the body with three jade roundels against a repoussé ground with multi-tiered lappet bands inlaid with turquoise and coral glass pieces, the foot with a gilt repoussé chilong band, ht. 11 3/8 in.

Provenance: A New England Institution.
Estimate $300-500

Broken chain to connect the handle to cover. Several areas around stone with glue, probably repaired.

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