China for Vietnam Pair of porcelain covered bowls decorated in blue underglaze so-called blue Hue of dragons on the waves and sacred pearls in storerooms on a latticework background, the bottom and lid marked with a five-clawed dragon in medallion, symbol of Emperor Thiêu Tri (1841-1847). Nguyen Dynasty, reign of Emperor Thiêu Tri (1841-1847). 19th century, circa 1845. Metal hoop. H: 20 cm, W: 14 cm Similar models reproduced by Tr?n ?ình S?n, Appreciating the Custom-made Pattern Porcelains during the Nguyen Dynasty, H? Chí Minh, 2008, p. 62-63.