Lot 9. A pair of wucai porcelain dishes, Wanli marks and period (1573-1620); 7in (17.8cm) diameter. Estimate $4,000 - 6,000. Sold for US$ 15,300 (€ 12,682). Courtesy Bonhams.
Each modeled with a thin, flared rim around the curving shallow well painted in underglaze blue and enamels in typical shades depicting a spirited five-clawed dragon and a swooping phoenix amid leafy flower branches encircling a flaming pearl, all surrounded by a scrolling lotus band on the side walls, the exterior decorated with the Eight... [Lire la suite]