Lot 157. The Leshantang Collection. A blue and white 'lança' stem cup, Seal mark and period of Qianlong  (1736-1795); d. 10,7 cm. Lot Sold 355,600 HKD (Estimate 100,000 - 150,000 HKD). © Sotheby's 2024

the exterior of the flared cup painted with eight lança characters wreathed in lotus, supported on a splayed hollow stem encircled by floral bands and ruyi suspending jewelled tassels, further decorated on the interior with a floral medallion, inscribed with a horizontal six-character seal mark inside the foot.

Provenance: Christie's New York, 11th June 1980, lot 360.