Lot 525. A celadon-glazed 'Lotus and Shoulao' puzzle cup, 18th century. Estimate £600 - £800 ($865 - $1,154). Price Realised £1,063 ($1,530). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016. 

The lotus-form cup is supported on three low feet and decorated to the exterior with veins in low relief, a standing figure of Shoulao with underglaze blue robes can be seen emerging from the centre. 4 3/8 in. (11 cm.) diam.

Provenance: Property from a Private American Collection, assembled prior to 1960. 

Christie's. CHINESE CERAMICS, WORKS OF ART AND TEXTILES PART  II, 13 May 2016, London, South Kensington