A blanc de chine figure of Guanyin. Qing dynasty, 17th century

modelled seated in Royal Ease, with her right hand resting on her raised right knee, the face with a serene expression, the loose robe partially open at the front revealing a necklace with a ruyi pendant. 19.7cm., 7 3/4 in. Est. 4,000—6,000 GBP

PROVENANCE: Christie's London, 7th June 2004, lot 6.

E.T. Hall Collection, no.220.

The collection of the late Patrick Huth Jackson 

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art. 13 May 09. London www.sothebys.com photo courtesy Sotheby's.