A Chinese Export porcelain famille rose "Don Quixote" shaving bowl, circa 1750. Photo Bonhams.

The center enameled with Don Quixote in full armor, astride his horse and holding a lance, Sancho Panza holding the reigns beside him and two women watching from behind a tree, the cavetto and border with gilt diaperwork, stylized shells and scrolls. height 3in (7.6cm), diameter 11in (28cm). Estimate US$ 8,000 - 12,000 (€5,900 - 8,800)

Bonhams. FINE AMERICAN & EUROPEAN FURNITURE, SILVER, FOLK AND DECORATIVE ARTS & CLOCKS. New York. 23 Jan 2014 - www.bonhams.com