Lot 3057. A rare moulded iron-red and gilt-decorated 'fish' vase, tianqiuping, Yongzheng period (1723-1735); 12 7/8 in. (32.8 cm.) high, box. Estimate HKD 240,000 - HKD 350,000. Price realised HKD 300,000. © Christie's Image Ltd 2020.

The body of compressed globular form is surmounted by a tall cylindrical neck, decorated with four relief-moulded fish detailed in iron-red and gilt, the eyes are decorated with turquoise glaze.

Provenance: The Late Anne, Lady Hollenden
Sold at Christie's London, 7 November 2006, lot 245.

Christie's. Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Hong Kong, 30 November 2020