Lot 1481. A pair of large glazed tilework panels, Ming dynasty (1368-1644); 17½ x 65 in. (44.5 x 165 cm). Estimate USD 20,000 - USD 30,000. Price realised USD 47,500. © Christie's Images Ltd 2011 

Each comprised of three sections, two well molded and carved in high relief with a wildly writhing dragon that continues onto the third section which is decorated with immortals, on one a bearded figure holding a turquoise ring studded with amber beads stands beside an attendant with the head and body of a bird carrying a banner, the three figures on the other panel standing below a phoenix, all in green, amber, cream and dark brown, framed (2). 

Provenance: Christie's, New York, 21 September 2004, lot 240.

 Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art Part I & II, 15 September 2011, New York