Lot 1386. A rare celadon-glazed lotus petal-carved bottle vase, Qianlong seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795); 18 7/8 in. (48 cm.) high. Estimate USD 60,000 - USD 80,000. Price realised USD 105,750. © Christie's Images Ltd 2013.

The elegantly proportioned body is finely carved with rows of overlapping lotus petals that extend from the mouth rim to just above the slightly waisted shallow foot, and is covered all over with a glaze of soft blue-green color. The unglazed foot is covered with a brown dressing, wood stand.

Provenance: Imperial Oriental Art, New York, December 2002.