The legs are 2" tall. I was wondering about a waste but that wouldn't normally have a lid. Patd
Cheryl is correct. Patd
@Bakersgma , found a teapot with the same floral design on ebay. Is the date close to beginning right?...
I'll have to check that in better light tomorrow. Looks like the same piece! Patd
The big bowl is 5 1/2" high and 5 7/8" point to point across the top. MIL used it to serve dinner mints after her dinners! Who does that...
Sorry for the dups and I'm still a little clumsy about adding the pictures. Patd
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My guess is that the top piece holds the hollow rod upright. Might be difficult to reattach. Patd
And the second is unmarked. Can't find any look a likes. The first may have had a lid, gold wash inside, lovely flower engraving, monogram.Dose...
Interesting imagery! Patd
Some auctioneers or antique dealers on your area might recognize the mark. Patd
Thanks Holly. Hadn't seen them stored like that. Patd
FWIW, it has been my understanding that Chinese dragons usually have 5 claws while Japanese usually have 3. Of course, I could be wrong.:eek: Patd
What is just to the right of the folded measurer? Patd
Far reach ... but could it be Palos Verde in CA? Patd
You might try forest product companies. Patd
There are a number of ebay listings misnamed as moriage. Dragon ware is usually a perfect example of moriage. Some sellers will argue to the end...
Think prices are a little high. https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/126935_september-estates-and-collections/
You might want to contact the auction house and see if the base sold and if so to whom. Maybe they would be willing to sell it to you - cheap! Patd
I agree with you but how many non-riders would recognize the fine points of riding? Patd
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