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Monumental Chinese Medallion Relief Urn, c. 1850
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This late 19th century monumental glazed ceramic urn from southern China was originally used for pickling food. Its sculpted high-relief surface depicts floral medallions and abstract dragons, symbols of power and good fortune.
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PAGODA RED is a renowned resource for designers as well as collectors of contemporary and ancient Chinese, Korean and Japanese art. They offer a curated edit of fine and provincial furniture, ceramics, scholars' objects, and paintings and textiles, each piece historically and geographically authentic.
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