of fluted Meiping form, the vase decorated with five clawed dragons writhing in foaming waves and swirling clouds while contesting the sacred Tama (flaming pearl), the glaze well controlled, exhibiting an opulent iridescence and stopping at the fluted foot, revealing iron oxide traces. Kangxi, 1662-1722, with apocryphal mark to base.Provenance: Private collection. Acquired at Christie's, London 1996 10 cm. high; 9 cm. square