Beautiful Chinese double-gourd ewer with intricate metalwork featuring dragons, bats, and floral motifs. The spout is shaped like a dragon’s head, and the curved handle is adorned with a small frog ornament. The base bears a Chinese maker’s mark, suggesting 20th-century craftsmanship. The red glass panels provide a striking contrast to the silver-tone metal, possibly paktong, a traditional Chinese alloy resembling silver. This decorative piece draws inspiration from antique Qing Dynasty ewers but is likely a 20th-century reproduction made for collectors or export. Intricate applied metal mounts with dragons and bats. Serpentine handle with frog detail. Dragon head spout with ornate metal filigree. Tripod feet for stability. Chinese character mark on the base. Some wear and patina on the metal. Minor chipping on the red glass panels (see photos). Overall, a unique display piece with historical appeal. ? Height: 4.5. ? Length: 3.5.
