Lot 184. A large blue and white  'dragon' dish, Wanli six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double circle and of the period (1573-1619); 7 ¾ in. (19.7 cm.) diam. Estimate GBP 5,000 - GBP 8,000 (USD 6,755 - USD 10,808). Price realised GBP 7,500. © Christie's Images Ltd 2018.

The dish is decorated to the interior with a front-facing five-clawed dragon chasing the flaming pearl amongst scattered flame scrolls and ruyi-shaped clouds. The exterior is boldly decorated with two further striding dragons chasing the flaming pearl.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, London, 15 May 2018. SALE 15487