Lot 316. A green-glazed 'leaf' brush washer, Kangxi period (1662-1722); 5 3/8 in. (13.8 cm.) long. Estimate GBP 1,500 - GBP 2,500. Price realised GBP 8,750. © Christie’s Image Ltd 2014

The brush washer is modelled as a leaf with curling edges, and with holes to one side to simulate nibbles by an insect.

Christie’s. CHINESE CERAMICS, WORKS OF ART AND TEXTILES PART I, 4 November 2014, London, South Kensington