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