A wucai bowl, Transitional (mid 17th century)

the body of squat form with a very slightly waisted neck and flaring rim, painted to the exterior in iron-red, green and yellow enamels with cranes in flight amongst intricate cloud scrolls and Buddhist precious objects -- 7 7/8in. (20cm.) wide. Est. £3,000 - £4,000

Provenance: Chait Galleries label to base

Christie's. Chinese Works of Art. 10 September 2009. London, South Kensington www.christies.com