Lot 2145. A pair or large blue and white porcelain baluster jars and covers, Kangxi period (1662-1722). Estimate US$ 4,000 - 6,000 (€3,800 - 5,700). Photo: Bonhams.

Freely painted in brilliant cobalt with phoenixes soaring on a background of foliate scroll and giant peony blossoms, the neck with a ruyi-band and the covers similarly decorated. 16 1/4in (41.3cm) high

Note: A smaller pair of jars, with nearly identical form and decoration, was sold at Christie's New York, 28 January, 2013, sale 2671, lot 401. 

Bonhams. CHINESE WORKS OF ART AND PAINTINGS, 13 Mar 2017, 12:00 EDT, NEW YORK