A Chinese Black Ground Green Enameled Porcelain Square Jar

19th Century

of baluster form in rectangular section, rising from a straight foot to curved shoulders flanked by mock molded handles, the short neck opening to an even mouth surmounted by a jade topped hardwood cover suggestive of bronze. Enameled in emerald green against black with radiant lotus heads borne from scrollwork, all supported on a hardwood stand.

Height of jar 9 in., 23 cm.

Property from The Strong National Museum of Play, sold to benefit the Collections Fund

Overall good condition with a few short firing cracks to the mock-handles.

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A Chinese Black Ground Green Enameled Porcelain Square Jar

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