Lot 1810. A large famille rose plaque, Qianlong period (1736-1795); 23 3/8 x 9¼ in. (59.4 x 23.5 cm.). Estimate USD 15,000 - USD 20,000. Price realised USD 30,000. © Christie's Images Ltd 2011.  

The rectangular plaque finely enameled with three immortals holding their attributes as they stand aloft on billowing clouds, above five elderly scholars in a lush landscape, with three playing a game of weiqi and two in discussion in the foreground, framed. 

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art Part I and Part II Including Property from the Arthur M. Sackler Collections, New York, 24 March 2011