Lot 3407. A rare carved Longquan celadon 'floral' bowl, Yongle-Xuande period (1403-1435); 19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm.) high. Estimate HKD 200,000 - HKD 300,000. Price Realized HKD 275,000. © Christie's Image Ltd 2014.

The sturdily potted bowl with deep rounded sides rising from a cylindrical foot is boldly carved on the exterior with composite floral sprays including lotus, peony and chrysanthemum, repeated on the inner well encircling a lotus spray in the centre. It is covered with a thick glossy glaze of sea-green tone with the exception of a ring on the base, Japanese wood box.