Water container with dragon designs
Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China
Date1662-1722
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Kangxi emperor (1662–1722)
MaterialsPorcelain with modeled design under glaze
DimensionsH. 3 5/8 in x Diam. 5 in, H. 9.2 cm x Diam. 12.7 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P5+
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On viewLocationGallery 17
More InformationThis water container’s round body expands into a broad base that allows scholars to wash brushes for painting and writing. Around the body are circular designs in shallow relief, each enclosing a twisted dragon.
approx. 1500-1644
approx. 1500-1644
960-1127