A Rare Pair of Biscuit Brushpots. Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

each of oval section, brightly enamelled in yellow, green and aubergine and modelled in high relief around the exterior with rocks, plantain leaves and a qilong clambering up the side and over the rim, wood stands. 17.1cm., 6 3/4 in. Lot sold 3,125 GBP

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art. 05 Nov 08. London.  Photo courtesy Sotheby's. www.sothebys.com