A BLUE AND WHITE PORCELAIN VASE WITH NINE...
Updated August 16, 2026
| Lot number | 394 |
| Estimate | 3,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD |
| Category | Pottery, China & Glass |
| Auction | Aug Premier Antique & Collectibles |
| Date | August 21, 2026 at 6:09 AM EDT |
| Auction house | Yakon Auctions |
| Location | Germantown, Maryland |
DRAGONS AND SEA OF CLOUDS IN THE YONGZHENG PERIOD OF THE QING DYNASTY. <br>H:50.2cm W:35.5cm Official blue-and-white celestial globe vase of Yongzheng reign, Qing Dynasty, straight long neck and huge spherical belly, top-tier imperial display porcelain of Ming and Qing. The whole body is covered with glossy white glaze, fully painted with continuous nine-dragon sea scene: Two ascending dragons decorate the neck; a central front-facing five-clawed dragon dominates the belly, surrounded by winding travelling dragons with fine scaled bodies, paired with auspicious clouds, flame pearls. Layers of surging ocean waves encircle the base, creating magnificent momentum. Dragon symbolizes imperial power; nine dragons stand for supreme royal authority and unified realm, exclusive imperial motif. A floral band trims the rim, full ocean wave patterns surround the foot, square seal script mark "Made in Yongzheng Reign of Great Qing" stamped at base. Multi-layer cobalt wash creates rich light-dark gradations for dragons, clouds and waves, steady emerald blue tone, grand meticulous painting. Large full-bodied shape makes it a landmark Yongzheng imperial dragon blue-and-white masterpiece, with great value for imperial cobalt wash craft research, royal ritual ceramic culture and monumental heavy porcelain collection.<br>ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.<br><br> Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions.<br><br> The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description.<br><br> Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value.<br><br> All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, reco
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