Carved Jade pouring vessel, rhyton or Libation cup with a loose ring handle. The loose ring attached by a lion or chilong mask. Celadon/yellow and brown colors. A fine soft polish with a silky patina. Many consider this an early style coupe. Sung/Ming Dynasty. Approximately 2 1/4" high x 4 1/8" long x 1 5/8" wide.
For A Similar Example:
Christie's Swire - Hong Kong. October 1 & 2, 1991 Lot #1441. Describes Age As 13th/15th Century.
For Another Similar Example:
Sotheby's - London. May 15, 2013 Lot #17. - An Agate "Chilong" Libation Cup.
For A Similar Example:
Christie's Swire - Hong Kong. October 1 & 2, 1991 Lot #1441. Describes Age As 13th/15th Century.
For Another Similar Example:
Sotheby's - London. May 15, 2013 Lot #17. - An Agate "Chilong" Libation Cup.
