A flambé glazed vase, tianqiuping, 19th century. Photo Bonhams.

Thickly potted with a bulbous body rising from a convex foot and tapering to a slender neck, all covered with a rich flambé glaze of a vibrant red streaked with lavender and blue, unglazed base. 44cm (17¼in) high. Estimate £1,500 - 2,500 (€1,800 - 3,000)

Bonhams. ASIAN DECORATIVE ARTS. 4 Mar 2014, San Francisco - www.bonhams.com