Lot 102. A small green jade 'dragon' cup, Yuan-Ming Dynasty (1279-1644); 8.4cm (3 1/4in) wide. Sold for HK$82,875 (Estimate HKD20,000 - 30,000/US$2,600 - 3,900). © Bonhams 2001-2021

Of circular form with deep sides resting on a foot ring, one side set with a outward handle in the form of a dragon's head, the semi-translucent stone of greyish-green tone with black inclusions. 

Note: The form of the present cup is closely related to metalware and ceramics dated to the Yuan dynasty, such as a silver cup with a similar dragon-head handle, excavated in Chifeng, currently in the Chifeng Museum, illustrated in zhongguo jin yin bo li fa lang qi quan ji, vol.3, Beijing, 2004, no.8.

Bonhams. Chinese Art Online: Arts from the Scholar's Studio Including the Yanqinzhai Collection, Hong Kong, 4 - 19 October 2021