Lot 72. A Longquan celadon cong-form vase, Southern Song-Yuan dynasty (1127-1368). Estimate £15,000 – £20,000 ($21,840 - $29,120). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016.

The sturdily potted vase is of square section with four rectangular facets, each moulded with alternating long and short horizontal ribs to the corners, all between a circular mouth and foot rim. It is covered with an unctuous sea-green glaze thinning to a lighter tone at the raised areas. 15 ¾ in. (40 cm.) high

Provenance: With Accorsi Pietro Antichita, Via PO.55.Torino, label to the base.

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