A fine and rare enamelled and gilt 'Madame de Pompadour' oval tureen, cover and stand. Circa 1750. Photo Bonhams.

The exterior brightly enamelled with four foliate cartouches enclosing a bird and a fish alternatively, each encircled by various floral and fruiting sprays, the interior with an undulating lotus spray, the cover and stand similarly decorated, the cover surmounted by a tear-drop shaped finial. The stand 28.6cm (11 1/3in) long (3). Sold for £25,000 (€30,078)

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE ART. London, New Bond Street. 7 Nov 2013 - www.bonhams.com