Copper-red Porcelain Vase - Dragon Design Anglo Indian There are some splits in

There are some splits in the wood which don't detract from the overall beauty of the piece

Original 17th century tinted engraving of Canton city

The restrained geometric framing and softly weathered surface highlight the natural warmth and texture of the sandstone

length 43 max cm

framed by traditional Tibetan scrollwork borders

Copper-red Porcelain Vase - Dragon Design Anglo Indian There are some splits inA reproduction of a rare underglaze copper red Ming dynasty (1368 1644) vase. Ceramics with underglaze copper red decoration are very rare, due to their complicated production process and originals in the past have fetched over $10 million. During the firing process, the copper used to produce the rich raspberry red tones is difficult to control often turning grey or colourless if not handled an experienced potter. This vase is hand made on the