Of beautiful flattened ovoid form with mask handles with loose rings on either side. The front with an additional flanged mask handle.  Beautifully decorated with archaistic designs with prominent taotieh masks and patterned reserves. All in deep tones with gilded inlay highlights, creating a remarkable and strikingly beautiful contrast.  

Height: 12 inches (30.5 cm.)

Ex: Private American Collection (acquired in London from Jan Van Beers)