A Yaozhou conical bowl, Northern Song dynasty (960-1279). Estimate £6,000 – £8,000 ($9,204 - $12,272). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2015

The deep bowl has gently flaring sides rising from a short ring foot. The interior is carved with a continuous floral design amongst scrolling tendrils and the exterior with a simple ribbed band. It is covered with an olive-green glaze. 7 7/8 in. (20.1 cm.) diam.

Provenance: From the Collection of Francis Golding (1944-2013).

CHRISTIE'S.FINE CHINESE CERAMICS & WORKS OF ART, 10 November 2015, London, King Street