An unusual lateMing, wuc ai lidded vessel adorned with drawings of mythological beasts on three sides. Mounted on the shoulders are molded cat heads, the lid with a dog finial amongst floral sprays.
明代 Ming Dynasty, 萬曆 Wanli Period (1573-1619)
Height:  3 1/4",(8.2cm)  Width:  3 1/4" (8.2cm)  Length: 5" (12.7cm)
Provenance: Vermeer & Griggs Collection No. 301
Condition:  Small chip on rim and a firing fault on the inside of the box.
Please refer to item #WU-600-301 when inquiring.