Ming Dynasty Expertly carved with deep rounded sides, supported on splayed foot, the sides with a pair of loop handles with entwining, writhing chilong, the exterior of the cup carved in low-relief with archaistic taotie masks beneath a band of raised studs interspersed with roundels, recessed base further carved with curling C-scrolls, the stone of pale green tone with light russet patches, huanghuali stand. 10.8cm (4 3/8in) wide (2).