A Ding-type ivory-glazed bowl, 12th century. Estimate £5,000 - 8,000 (€7,000 - 11,000). Photo Bonhams.

The gently flaring sides rising from a short foot with unglazed recessed base, the interior crisply moulded with a variety of flower sprays and scrolling foliage encircling a central lotus flowerhead, copper rim mount. 16.2cm (6.3/8in) diam.

Bonhams. ASIAN ART, 11 May 2015 10:30 BST - LONDON, KNIGHTSBRIDGE