Lot 812. A blue and white 'phoenix' dish, Daoguang seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1821-1850); 10 9/16 in. (26.8 cm.) diam. Estimate USD 6,000 - USD 8,000. Price realised USD 27,500. © Christie's 2021

The dish is raised on a short foot and decorated on the interior with a central roundel enclosing a pair of confronted phoenixes with outstretched wings amidst clouds. The exterior is similarly decorated with two phoenixes in flight.

Provenance: Acquired in Virginia, 1987.

Christie's. Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, New York, 23-24 september 2021