China, 19th century. The large vessel skilfully painted in underglaze blue on the exterior with a pair of confronting dragons chasing the flaming pearl above swirling waves, the neck and rim with key fret and floral decoration respectively. Condition: With cracks to the underside and base stabilized with staples. Provenance: Holzapfel collection, Geneva, Switzerland. This lot was acquired by second generation members of the Holzapfel family after 1970 and has remained in the family ever since. Weight: 17.9 kg Dimensions: Height 46 cm. Diameter 47 cm
