Lot 348. A fine pair of doucai bowls, Daoguang seal marks in underglaze blue and of the period (1821-1850); 5 5/8 in. (14.2 cm.) diam. Estimate USD 20,000 - USD 30,000. Price realised USD 22,800. © Christie's Images Ltd 2007

The deep rounded sides decorated on the exterior with a wide band of foliate scroll enclosing six exotic blossoms in iron red, above a band of ruyi heads, all within blue line borders.