Spherical jar with dragon chasing a pearl
Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China
DynastyMing dynasty (1368-1644), Reign of the Wanli emperor (1573-1620)
MaterialsPorcelain with multi color decoration
DimensionsH. 4 3/4 in x Diam. 5 in, H. 12.1 cm x Diam. 12.7 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P1616
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
Not on viewMarkingsWanli mark of the period. The six-character mark at the base reads "Produced during the Wanli reign of the great Ming" The motif depicts two dragons playing the treasure pearl over ocean and rocks.
approx. 1850-1950
approx. 1800-1911
approx. 1800-1911
approx. 1300-1368
