Lot 97. A green-glazed 'lotus and egret' moulded vase, Kangxi period (1662-1722); 11.6cm (4 1/2in) high. Sold for £2,375 (€3,101). © Bonhams 2001-2016.

Well modelled in the form of a large wrapping lotus leaf detailed with veins, issued from a curling stem forming the handle, flanked by an egret enamelled in white standing on a spray of reed, all reserved on a bright apple-green glaze. 

Provenance: a European private collection, acquired between 1960-70, and thence by descent