A blue and white 'dragon' jar, Kangxi. Photo courtesy Bonhams

Of baluster form, painted vividly around the exterior with four scattered roundels, each enclosing a writhing four-clawed dragon in pursuit of a flaming pearl, alternating with stylised clouds above foaming waves interspersed with jagged rocks, all between a diaper border and a classic scroll band. 22.5cm (9in) high. Sold for £7,500 (€8,948)

Provenance: an English private collection

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE ART. London, New Bond Street. 7 Nov 2013