A Chinese jade hanging chain vase.
Of baluster shape carved with Tao-Tieh (guardian) mask; 
The neck flanked by a pair of lion masks with openwork motif scrolling from their mouth along the sides;
Two chains suspended from a wood carved stand;
Separate lid to vase, the cover surmounted by a a winged dog forming the finial.
1950's
Height: 48.3 cm (19") with stand