Chinese Qing Dynasty (artist) Chinese, 1644 - 1911 Vase, 18th century porcelain with overglaze enamels overall: 21.4 x 11.8 cm (8 7/16 x 4 5/8 in.) Harry G. Steele Collection, Gift of Grace C. Steele 1972.43.49

From the Tour: Chinese Porcelains
Object 21 of 24

A single four-clawed dragon encircles the vase, chasing a flaming pearl. Above the foot are painted crashing waves. The painting is executed in red, orange, and metallic gold enamels, with black for the dragon's eyes.

(Text by Stephen Little, published in the NGA Systematic Catalogue: Decorative Arts, Part II: Far Eastern Ceramics and Paintings; Persian and Indian Rugs and Carpets)

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