Covered Circular Box with Decoration of Dragon Pursuing a Flaming Pearl
Artist
Unknown
CultureChinese | Qing Dynasty
Date18th-19th century
MediumPorcelain | Glaze
DimensionsOverall: 1 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. (3.8 x 8.9 cm)
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.115
Not on view
DescriptionSeal ink box and lid. Round box is depressed circular shape with lid and box of equal height. Lid has decoration of two dragons chasing a flaming pearl between them; bottom has stylized wave pattern. Low narrow foot; edges unglazed where lid meets box.Unknown
18th-19th century
Unknown
18th - 19th century
Unknown
late 17th - early 18th century