A very large powder blue and gilt rouleau vase. Kangxi period. Photo: Christie's Images Ltd., 2010

Decorated in tones of gilt with panels of mythical beasts and flowering plants, molded bands encircling the tall neck and the rim edged in gilt fretwork pattern; 26¼ in. (66.7 cm.) high - Estimate $7,000 - $10,000

Christie's.  Chinese Export Art , 25 January 2011, New York, Rockefeller Plaza www.christies.com