Lot 130. An archaistic soft-paste 'imitation ding' vase, Incised seal mark and period of Qianlong (1736-1795). Estimate 5,000 — 6,000 USD. Lot sold 31,200 USD. Photo: Sothebys.

of flattened 'hu' shape, the exterior molded and carved with raised bands of various archaistic designs including a broad band of taotie masks, dragons and lappets, the vase further set with raised vertical flanges and three pairs of zoomorphic handles, all covered with a creamy-white soft-paste glaze suffused with fine crazing; 5 in., 12.7 cm.

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art, New York, 31 mars 2005