A blue and white vase, Transitional period, circa 1630-1650. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014.

The vase is of elongated cylindrical form with a long waisted neck. It is painted to the exterior in vibrant shades of cobalt blue with continuous scenes of various potted flowers and plants. There is a fan-shaped cartouche to one side containing a mountainous landscape with a scholar in the foreground beside a pavilion. 17 ½ in. (44.5 cm.) high. Estimate £15,000 – £25,000 ($25,320 - $42,200)

Provenance: From a private American collection, amassed circa 1960.

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