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Massive Antique Chinese Earthenware Martaban Dragon Jar

$3,500
£2,675.94
€3,082.14
CA$4,904.57
A$5,475.49
CHF 2,869.08
MX$67,025.43
NOK 36,437.30
SEK 34,355.75
DKK 23,002.31
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About the Item

A massive antique Chinese earthenware Martaban dragon jar of brown and mustard glaze depicting a pair of celestial dragons in pursuit of the flaming pearl of wisdom. Such large ceramic jars were used for storing all sorts of liquids, however the Dragon Jar was known as the vessel of the 100-year old egg. An auspicious delicacy somehwat unfamiliar to the western palette. There is a long history of such jars having been made in the Shiwan kilns of Guangzhou in Southern China. Mid-1800s, Measures: Height 29 in. (73.66 cm.) Diameter 25 in. (63.5 cm.).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Diameter: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3860122710552

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