Lot 68. A blue and white vase, Transitional period, mid-17th century. Estimate £10,000 – £15,000 ($14,560 - $21,840). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016.

The vase is of ovoid shape and is decorated with birds in flight and perched amongst prunus, bamboo and peony branches, all between anhua bands of flowers and lappets to the rims. 9 ½ in. (24.1 cm.) high

Christie's. INSPIRED THEMES: A FINE SELECTION OF CHINESE WORKS OF ART, 10 May 2016, London, King Street