twin-handled bronze vase with dragon motif origin: china | era: late qing dynasty (c. 1880s) | material: cast bronze with green patina and engraved detailing
qinglong (青龙), “the green dragon,” symbolizes power, strength, and protection. crafted with ceremonial elegance, the vase is forged in deep bronze tones and kissed with natural green patina from over a century of graceful aging, carrying the soul of imperial china.
its sinuous body is encircled by an engraved five-clawed dragon — a divine emblem of power and protection reserved exclusively for the emperor. each scale and wave is meticulously incised, creating a living texture that dances with light and shadow. the dual arched handles, styled in zoomorphic elegance, add both symmetry and a sense of mythological reverence.
it is an heirloom echoing the era of dragon thrones and forbidden cities. for the discerning collector of asian antiquities, this is a rare chance to own a relic that bridges artistry, history, and imperial mystique.
