A rare Ming blue and white model of Guanyin, Wanli period (1573-1619). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014.

The deity is modelled standing with the hands held together, wearing long flowing robes and headdress with an elaborate necklace. The robes are decorated with pheonix to the shoulders and waves to the hem. 14 ¼ in. (36.2 cm.) high. Estimate £7,000 – £10,000 ($11,753 - $16,790)

Christie's. THE C. PHILIP CARDEIRO COLLECTION OF CHINESE ART, 13 May 2014. London, King Street - www.christies.com