Qing dynasty, 19th century Designed as three young boys holding an ovoid vessel further supported by two concentrated oval foot rings, the slightly convex top expertly carved in low relief with two pairs of stylized chilong separated by tied archaic scrolls, all against a ground filled with fine geometric patterns between a plain band and a key-fret band surrounding the rim; the matrix cast with a pale celadon tinge, displaying faint russet patches and lighter color inclusions. 3 1/4in (8.2cm) wide, 1 1/4in (3.2cm) high