A rare white-glazed foliate stem cup, Yuan-Ming, 14th-16th century. Photo Christie'sImage Ltd 2014

The cup of deep flaring foliate form supported by a hollow cylindrical, slightly tapering foot. It is covered in an unctuous creamy white glaze. 5 ¾ in. (14.5 cm.) diam. Estimate £12,000 – £18,000 ($20,148 - $30,222)

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