Glass Vase on Wooden Stand
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Date18th Century
Object NameVase
Mediumglass
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall (Height x Width x Diameter): 183 × 70 × 38mm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS024832
About MeThis Chinese glass vase is overlaid with blue carvings of dragons.The dragon symbolises male prowess, strength and divine rule and represents the height of power and auspiciousness.
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, 1736-1796
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Daoguang Period (early 19th Century)
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
possibly early 20th Century
19th century