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Chinese water jug |
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| Dateline: Circa 1900 |
Item# 36997 |
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A very pretty and decorative little Chinese water jug with extensive Canton style decoration of flowers. The handle and spout represent the Ouroborus, the tail eating dragon. The base has a Greek Key style pattern and the jug has a makers mark to the underside.
The jug is in very good condition apart from some damage, see description.
. Circa 1900.
Dragons or dragon-like creatures occur in many legends around the world. The word 'dragon' comes from old Greek. It means 'a huge serpent' among other things, and is a mythical creature with special qualities. Chinese dragons are usually thought to be benevolent - and revered as symbols of luck and rain - whereas European dragons are not benevolent. There may be exceptions. In ancient China, called Ouroboros «Zhulong» and was represented in the form of creating, combining a pig and a dragon biting its own tail. Many scholars hold the view that in time this symbol has undergone significant changes and transformed into a traditional "Chinese dragon", symbolizing good luck. The very decorative Chinese dragon is a cultural contribution. It represents yang, or heaven's activity and maleness in the yin-yang of Chinese cosmology.
Condition: Fair
Dimensions: Measures 18 cms high.
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Sold:
Sale Price/Value Guide: *over 250+ GBP
(Sep 2013)
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