Lot 25. A fine and very rare famille jaune brushpot, bitong, Kangxi period (1662-1722); D. 18 cm. Estimate 10,000-15,000 EUR. © Nagel

of cylindrical shape, enamelled around the exterior with two panels in green, yellow, pale aubergine and black, one depicting a court scene with scholars, the other with scenes of courtly women and three deities, all reserved on a black background, the underside with a recessed circle, wood stand.

Provenance: Christie's London, 09.11.2010, Lot 322 and bought by the present owners family.