Lot 1326. A small copper-red and underglaze blue-decorated vase, meiping, Kangxi period (1662-1722). Estimate USD 3,000 - USD 5,000. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016.

The vase is decorated with three spotted deer in various postures, one clutching a branch of lingzhi fungus in its mouth, raised on a broad unglazed base with small recessed center and painted with a double circle in underglaze blue. 7 in. (17.8 cm.) high

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 16 September 2016, New York, Rockefeller Plaza