#7216 • Vietnamese Qing Dynasty Period Dragon Bowl

Part of Royal Artifacts of Vietnam & Fine Jewelry (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

Starting at $1.00

Status: Sold

Est. $35,000-$50,000 Vietnamese Qing Dynasty Period Blue Underglazed Porcelain Dragon Bowl W/Kangxi Reign Mark - This porcelain bowl is elaborately decorated on both the interior and exterior in a vibrant cobalt blue underglaze. The bowl is decorated with a scrolling five clawed dragon clutching the flaming pearl. The flaming pearl is associated with spiritual energy, wisdom, prosperity, power, or immortality, and depicting the dragons with five claws suggests that the piece was made for an emperor or someone of nobility. The base is left undecorated and bears the six character Kangxi reign mark in blue underglaze. Measurements (approximate): 3"H x 7"W. This piece will be accompanied by a letter of provenance from the seller.