A Longquan celadon dish, Ming dynasty. Photo: Bonhams.

Strongly potted in circular form with a concave rim, the central well molded with a peony spray under a ribbed cavetto, covered overall in a rich celadon glaze, the recessed foot burnt orange red in the firing. 13 1/2in (34.3cm) diameter. Estimate US$ 3,000 - 5,000 (€2,200 - 3,700)

Provenance: the base with paper label attached reading 'Ann C. Woolworth 31'

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE WORKS OF ART, San Francisco, 24 Jun 2014 10:00 PDT - http://www.bonhams.com/