A white-glazed ovoid vase, China, late Ming-early Qing dynasty, 17th-18th century. Estimate $15,000 – $20,000. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2015

The broad body tapers towards the waisted neck with lipped rim, covered overall in a transparent glaze; 11 ¾ in. (29.8 cm.) high

CHRISTIE'S. THE COLLECTION OF ROBERT HATFIELD ELLSWORTH PART III - CHINESE WORKS OF ART: QING CERAMICS, GLASS AND JADE CARVINGS, 19 March 2015, New York, Rockefeller Plaza.