A green and aubergine enamelled 'Dragon' bowl, Kangxi six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double circle and of the period (1662-1722). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014.

The exterior of the bowl is incised with two dragons pursuing flaming pearls amidst flames and two cruciform clouds above rocks and waves, all under a dark aubergine enamel reserved on a green ground. 4 ? in. (11.3 cm.) diam. Estimate £20,000 – £30,000 ($33,580 - $50,370)

Provenance: Formerly in a private Hong Kong collection, amassed in the early 20th century.

Christie's. FINE CHINESE CERAMICS AND WORKS OF ART, 13 May 2014, London, King Street - http://www.christies.com/