Lot 920. An underglaze copper-red and blue 'mallet' vase, yaoling zun, Kangxi six-character mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1662-1722). Estimate USD 6,000 - USD 8,000 . Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016. The high-shouldered body is finely painted...

Lot 1. A very rare cinnabar lacquer 'mallet' vase, early Ming dynasty, 15th century; 6 ¼ in. (16 cm.) high. Estimate £15,000 – £20,000 ($21,225 - $28,300). Price realised GBP 698,500 . © Christie's Image Ltd 2016 The body and neck of the vase are densely...