Lot 286. A fine blue and white dragon jardinière, China, underglaze blue Qianlong six-character seal mark and period. Estimate 15000/25000 €. Lot sold 240.000 € © 2015 Nagel Auctions

The well-potted domed body with deep rounded sides rising from a slightly recessed base, the exterior painted in vibrant and rich cobalt-blue tone with two sinuous and ferocious five-clawed dragons writhing amidst undulating cloud scrolls, all above intricately-decorated swirling crested waves - D. 21,4 cm - Very minor wear

For a very similar jardinière in the Nanjing Museum, see Treasures in the Royalty: The Official Kiln Porcelain of the Chinese Qing Dynasty, Shanghai, 2003, p.274

Nagel. "Asian Art", Diplomate collection, 07/12/2015