Lot 49. A pair of famille verte quatre-lobed vases, Kangxi period (1662-1722). Estimate £2,500 - 3,000 (€3,200 - 3,800). Photo Bonhams.

The bodies painted with panels of striding mythical beasts on rocky riverbanks, ducks and birds beneath overhanging flowering branches, the necks flanked by ruyi form handles and painted with peony stems issuing from rockwork and scattered flowerheads, the feet with single lotus stems. 29.2cm (11.1/2in) high. (2).

Bonhams. AUCTION 23541: ASIAN ART, 10:30 BST - LONDON, KNIGHTSBRIDGE