A Cizhou painted circular box and cover, Northern Song-Jin dynasty, 11th-12th century. Estimate HK$ 80,000 – HK$120,000 ($10,373 - $15,559). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2015

The box of compressed circular form is raised on a short foot, the domed cover painted in brown with a leafy spray, against a white slip under a clear glaze. 6 5/8 in. (16.7 cm.) diam.

Provenance: Sold at Christie's New York, 19 September 2006, lot 220

CHRISTIE'S. THE PAVILION SALE - CHINESE CERAMICS & WORKS OF ART, 6 October 2015, 22nd Floor