Lot 498. A very rare Blanc-de-Chine flute, xiao, 17th century; 22 in. (56 cm.) long. Estimate $6,000 - $8,000. Price Realized $23,750. © Christie's Image Ltd 2008 Made in the form of a slender hollow bamboo stalk pierced with five fingering holes on one...

A very rare Blanc-de-Chine flute, xiao, 17th century Made in the form of a slender hollow bamboo stalk pierced with five fingering holes on one side, one on the reverse and two opposite each other on the two other sides, the mouth piece formed by a short...