Here we have Yuan Dynasty 1279–1368 AD ancient Chinese wine storage flask made in qingbai glazed stoneware.

This rare Yuan dynasty vessel is decorated in dragons both to the front, back and as the design of the handles themselves.

It measures approximately 6 15/16" tall by 5 9/16" wide by 2 9/16" deep (176mm x 142mm x 65mm).

The vessel is made in two sections with handmade handles and mouth. The designs created from handmade molds into which the clay was pressed.

It is intact with no repairs or damage. The glaze shows pooling, running, some firing imperfections that are lovely consistent with wares of the period, the firing and this type of glaze.

This piece is subtle and lovely in it's colors and forms. It makes a great display and is a talking point as a very special display of historical value and significance.

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The photos form part of the description of this piece. Please note true to this type of glaze the color is hard to capture because of the very subtle tones to the glaze. These photographs are taken in daylight exact equivalent lighting conditions. Some variations can be expected to occur on different monitors and with different calibrations on different computers. We strive to display each and every item accurately in our listings.

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