A Blue And White Baluster Vase, Kangxi (1662-1722) or Later

painted all around the body in vibrant shades of cobalt blue with a mountainous riverscape, two figures in conversation on a riverbank, a fisherman in his boat on the river, and retreats nestling amongst craggy mountains, the neck with bands of squared whorls, classic scroll and ruyi heads, incised three-character inscription -- 17½ in. (44.5 cm.) high. Price Realised £15,000 ($23,520)

Provenance: John Laycock Collection, Singapore

Christie's. Chinese Art. 7 November 2008. London, South Kensington. Image Christies LTD 2008. www.christie's.com