Lot 187. A blue and white rosewater sprinkler, Qing dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722); 33.5cm., 13 1/4in. Estimate 2,000 — 3,000 GBP. Lot sold 2,500 GBP. © Sotheby's.

painted in rich cobalt-blue tones, the globular lobed body painted with floral sprays, the tall vase-shaped neck painted with lotus, cash symbols and further floral sprays.

The Julian Thompson Study Collection.

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art, London, 14 May 2014