9802: A FANTASTIC MOSER JUG WITH KAKAIMON, DRAGON, AND LIZARD

The exceptionally elaborate amberina glass jug displays an application of thick, flowing, lava-like applications around the rim, finished in fine bright gilding serving as background for studies of colorful flying insects painted in raised enamels.

The body is profusely decorated in an all-over enamel relief pattern of winged insects and Moser's stylized Japanese Kakaimon rose blossom motif among swirling leafy stems, centered by a fantastic mythical dragon-like beast in colorful enamels.

The jug's most prominent feature is its substantial handle formed as an encircling lizard embellished with rich gilding accented by red and gold enamels teeming with tiny white enamel beads.

A far less striking example of this form without amberina shading, or the enameled dragon found painted on this example, is pictured on the cover of Moser Glass: The Klabin Collection by Gary D. Baldwin.

Another similar, less colorful example with less decoration was sold in 2023 at an auction in Ohio. That jug had restoration and overpainting on the underside of the base that was added later. The hammer price was $2400.
Measures 9.75 x 8 inches.
Very good condition. There are no chips, cracks, repairs, scratches or areas of heavy wear.
$2,000 - $3,000