Description: Chinese porcelain Shape of islamic influence Pear-shaped body, curved spout with s-shaped union to the body, rounded handle Cobalt-blue underglaze decoration with floral motifs, butterflies, lingzhi mushrooms (Chinese immortality mushrooms) and dragons (chilong) Sides with inverted heart-shaped medallion in relief, decorated with chrysanthemums surrounded by floral motifs with the sun at the top and flying butterfly; allusion to the seasons Base markd with symbols which literally translate to "Beautiful object for someone rich and noble" An auspicious seal used mainly during the Jiajing and Wanli periods Ming Dynasty, Jiajing Period (1522-1566)