A ‘Longquan’ celadon stand, Ming dynasty, 15th century. Photo Sotheby's.

supported on ruyi-shaped feet joined by a circular stretcher, covered overall in a rich celadon glaze, later European metal mouth rim. Quantity: 2 - 24cm., 9 1/2in. Estimate 3,000 — 5,000 GBP

THE JULIAN THOMPSON STUDY COLLECTION

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art, London, 14 May 2014 - www.sothebys.com