Lot 243. A blue and white 'lotus' vase, Qing dynasty, Shunzhi period (1644-1661). Height 11¾ in., 29.8 cm. Estimate: 15,000 - 20,000 USD. Lot sold: 9,450 USD. © Sotheby's 2021

the ovoid body rising to broad shoulders and an elongated, slightly waisted neck, the sides boldly painted with large cobalt-blue ruyi-shaped lappets each enclosing a central lotus bloom surrounded by dense leafy scrolls all in reserve, a further lotus blossom suspended in the negative space between each lappet, all above upright stylized leaves encircling the foot, the neck similarly decorated with upright leaves above a band of clouds, the base unglazed.

Sotheby's. Important Chinese Art, New York, 21 September 2021