a green-enameled 'dragon' jar Qianlong Seal mark and period

of ovoid form with an upright neck, outlined in underglaze-blue and enameled in green with two five-clawed dragons each in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl' amidst swirling clouds and fire scrolls, a band of upright lappets at the foot, the shoulder with the bajixiang ('Eight Buddhist Emblems')

There are areas of loss to the green enamel throughout. It is in otherwise good condition.
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