Important Wanli mark and of the period blue and white dragon vase 明萬曆 青花龍紋牡丹花觚 © I. M. Chait Gallery

Superbly detailed, Chinese 16th Century Ming Dynasty, blue and white porcelain dragon vase; of gu form; with long slim neck, flared rim, bulbous body and slightly splayed base; with peonies, foliage and writhing dragons; Wanli Mark and of the Period; H: 21 1/4" - Estimate $60,000-80,000

I. M. Chait Gallery. IMPORTANT CHINESE CERAMICS & ASIAN WORKS OF ART. New York City. Mar 21 2012