Lot 249. A blue and white 'lianzi' jar, Ming Dynasty, Chongzhen Period (1627-1644). Estimate 3,000 — 5,000 GBP. Lot sold 5,250 GBP. Photo: Sotheby's. the ovoid body rising from a slightly tapering foot to a wide cylindrical neck, finely painted to the...

Lot 247. A large blue and white 'lianzi' jar, Ming Dynasty, Chongzhen Period (1627-1644). Estimate 8,000 — 12,000 GBP. Lot sold 21,250 GBP. Photo: Sotheby's. the rounded sides rising from a slightly splayed foot to a straight neck, painted with a continuous...