A group of four chinese porcelain aubergine-glazed vessels, 18th century

comprising a pair of molded peony-shaped cups, a lotus-form cup with a turquoise-glazed crab in the interior, and a flower-form cup. The peony-shaped cups, the largest, 5 5/8in. (14.3cm.) long (4) Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

Christie's. Christie's Interiors. 1 - 2 April 2009. New York, Rockefeller Plaza www.christies.com Image 2009 Christie's Ltd