Lot 3105. A blue and white ‘dragon and phoenix’ tea pot, Wanli six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double circle and of the period (1573-1619); 8 in. (20.2 cm.) high. Estimate HKD 80,000 - HKD 120,000. Price realised HKD 812,500. © Christie's Images Ltd 2018 

The tea pot is decorated to the body with four quatrefoil panels each enclosing a pair of dragon and phoenix in pursuit of a flaming pearl, between lappets border below and a floral scroll above. The arched handle and short, curving spout are decorated with blossoming and fruiting scrolls.