Chinese Planter with Dragon Motif

Big round carved eyes glare from the sides of a gray three-legged bowl.

This planter with dragon motif is from China, and dates to the 20th century. It is stone. Stone garden planters in China were commonly carved with auspicious motifs, and a carved dragon is often shown coiled or chasing a pearl. Two small upright handles flank the mouth, and the stubby feet are chipped and worn. It is 14.5 inches high and 17 in diameter.

Several carved eyes, all watching the dirt inside.