Lot 2185. A celadon-glazed molded ovoid vase, Jiaqing six-character incised seal mark and of the period (1796-1820) ; 11½ in. (29.2 in.) high. Estimate USD 8,000 - USD 12,000. Price Realized USD 11,250. © Christie's Images Ltd 2014. 

The tapering ovoid body is molded with elaborate lotus sprays incorporating two bats positioned above shou characters that alternate with two flower heads on the upper body, all between a petal-lappet border below and a ruyi collar on the shoulder above. The neck is encircled by a band of upright leaves. The vase is covered overall, including the base, with a glaze of dark sea-green color. The reduced neck is fitted with a Japanese silver mount.

Provenance: Trocadero Asian Art, Washington, DC, 1970s.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, New York, 20 - 21 March 2014