Lot 1347. A fine and very rare peachbloom-type glazed vase, meiping, Yongzheng six-character mark within double-circles and of the period (1723-1735); 9 in. (22.9 cm.) high. Estimate HKD 1,000,000 - HKD 1,500,000. Price realised HKD 2,248,000. © Christie's Images Ltd 2006.

Well-potted with high shoulder below a short waisted neck, tapering elegantly towards the slightly flared foot, covered in a translucent peachbloom-type glaze thinning to a very pale green at the shoulder and neck, the interior and base glazed white, box.

Christie's. Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Hong Kong, 30 May 2006