Antique Japanese Terracotta Dragon Pitcher

A stunning antique Japanese terracotta water pitcher featuring a high-relief dragon that wraps around three-quarters of the body set against a group of stippled clouds.  Impressed filigree pattern around the top opening and a thick, arched dragon tail handle.

Dimensions

 8" wide by 8 3/4" tall.

Condition

No chips, cracks or repairs.  Excellent original condition.  Investment-quality.  There are a couple manufacturing imperfections: a piece of terracotta hard-fired to the bottom and a 1/4" press to the top lip above the very end of the dragon.  These are original to the making.