Two celadon jade carvings. Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).  Photo Christie's Image Ltd, 2011

The first carved as a circular plaque with two fish entwined with scrolling lingzhi, the second carved as a scroll nicely tied with prunus branches and with an inscription; The larger 5 in. (12.6 cm.) diam. (2). Estimate £2,000 - £3,000. Price Realized £20,000

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 8 November 2011; London, King Street www.christies.com