Fabulous dragon jade vase. The celadon jade stone is expertly carved, in shape of covered baluster vase, depicted a Chi-long dragon enormously ascending on a square-baluster shaped urn among scrolling ruyi clouds, wrapping from under base foot upward to shoulder. The vase has a domed lids and a ornament bud finial. The vase adorned with scrolling tendril and foliage, on the neck emerging Fu bat interspersed with flowers blooms. Dragon is the symbol of the Emperor, the Son of Heaven, eternity, Yang and Yin, male vigor and fecundity, the Li-Shui wave pattern which is known to be the abode of dragons and The word "bat" (Fu) in Chinese sounds identical to the word for "luck" (Fu), which is a pair of homophones implied linguistic symbolism the symbolic meaning of "bat" is commonly recognized as good fortune in Chinese culture and meaning the five blessings, is a concept that signify a grouping of certain good fortunes and luck in Chinese culture. Elegant jade vessel, with very fine relief encircling the entire outer surface. Highly polished stone, showing a pale celadon hue. Relatively Uniform milky coloration with a tinge of variation in hue. Translucent properties are present as light strikes the unblemished basin. Brilliant luster with very precise craftmanship throughout. Silky and flawless to the touch with highly polished interior. Excellent craftsmanship is evident in the fine details. Nephrite has mottled appearance with scattered inclusions along with a beautiful transparent milk-white tone.


Measurements: Height 3.25" Width:3"
Weight: 203g