Lot 134. A blue and white globular jar, Shunzhi period (1644-1661). Estimate £2,000 - £4,000 ($2,884 - $5,768). Price Realized £4,000 ($5,776). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016

The exterior of the jar is decorated in vibrant shades of blue with cartouches enclosing figures in landscape scenes, surrounded by foliage and mountains. 11 ¼ in. (28.5 cm.) high

Provenance: From a private French collection.

Christie's. CHINESE CERAMICS, WORKS OF ART AND TEXTILES PART I, 11 May 2016, London, South Kensington