Lot 54. A blue and white circular box and cover, Jiajing mark and period (1522-1566). Estimate 8,000—12,000 GBP. Lot Sold 10,000 GBP. Photo: Sotheby's

the upper surface of the cover painted with a frontal five-claw dragon flying amongst cloud scrolls and flames, above a band of two striding dragons, pursuing flaming pearls, with a similar band to the side of the base; 19.2cm., 7 3/4 in. 

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 10 Nov 10, London