Three part form, late 19th-early 20th century, the lid surmounted by a Samurai and dragon engaged in combat, the right hand of the Samurai grasps a dagger, in readiness to strike; the center section is relief cast with an elderly scholar surrounded by dragons; the circular base is decorated with pierced leaf and nut motif and rests upon five dragon-form feet.

47.5 in.

Deaccessioned from the Duke University Library

There is a crack at the base of the figures neck and looseness. There is a missing element around the waist of the figure. There is a crack and looseness to one foot. There is a missing element to the sleeve of the figure. There are three pit holes to the base of the figure.

$800 - 1,200