Ceramic Dragon Pot / Planter

This is a ceramic decorative pot or planter, possibly a brush pot or small vase, featuring a prominent three-dimensional relief of a dragon. The item is square or rectangular in shape, with a distinctly grayish-blue or periwinkle base color that appears to have an iridescent or mottled quality, suggesting a special glaze, possibly celadon-like. The dragon motif is highly sculptural, executed in a darker shade of blue or black with lighter highlights, providing significant contrast and depth. The dragon's scales are intricately detailed, and its form suggests movement, with claws and limbs clearly visible. The overall surface exhibits a glossy finish. The base of the pot incorporates four squat feet, raising it slightly off the surface. There are no immediate visible signs of extensive damage such as large chips or cracks, though subtle crazing or minor surface wear associated with age and handling may be present upon closer inspection. The craftsmanship indicates a molded or slip-cast production with hand-applied details for the dragon, typical of items from the mid-20th century. Without visible maker's marks, precise manufacturing details are difficult to ascertain, but the style points towards an East Asian influence, likely Chinese or Japanese, or a Western interpretation of such motifs. The quality is indicative of mass-produced decorative ceramics rather than fine art pottery, but its thematic ornamentation provides a unique aesthetic appeal.

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