A Chinese famille rose covered jar dating from the late 19th century. The exterior features scholar's objects and flowers with a ruyi band decorating the jar's shoulder. The lid depicts children playing and scholar's objects. Dimensions are: 9 1/2 inches tall X 8 1/2 inches wide, 24.1 cm X 21.6 cm. All measurements are approximate. Condition: There is a star crack to the interior. The bottom of the jar as well as the center of the lid have been repaired and overpainted. Provenance: From a private New Jersey estate. High resolution images can be found here.