A Dehua three-piece oil burner and cover, 17th century. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014

The circular stand is modelled with a recessed cylinder opening at the front and functioning as a stand for the detachable baluster-shaped oil lamp. The detachable cover is moulded with sprays of prunus.6? in. (15.5 cm.) high. Estimate £600 – £1,000 ($1,012 - $1,687)

Christie's. CHINESE CERAMICS, WORKS OF ART AND TEXTILES, 14 May 2014, London, South Kensington - http://www.christies.com/