Lot 125, Two wucai 'dragon and phoenix' bowls, Qianlong six-character seal marks in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795). Estimate HK$180,000 – HK$350,000 ($23,316 - $45,336). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016.

Each bowl is enamelled on the exterior with two two scaly five-clawed dragons in pursuit of the flaming pearl, alternating with descending long-tailed phoenix, all amidst meandering leafy scrolls and below a band with the Eight Buddhist Emblems, bajixiang, divided by ruyi elements. The interior is decorated with a central medallion enclosing a five-clawed dragon in pursuit of the flaming pearl. 5 7/8 in. (15 cm.) diam., box

Christie's. THE PAVILION SALE - CHINESE CERAMICS AND WORKS OF ART, 5 April 2016, Hong Kong