Lot 68. An unusual blue and white 'landscape' 'Kraak' dish, Wanli period (1573-1620); 28.3cm diam. Sold for US$2,816(Estimate US$3,000-5,000). © Bonhams 2001-2025

The central well painted with two scholars conversing near a bridge and dwelling set in a waterway landscape with fishing boats, pagoda and lush foliage, the scene enclosed by a band of fishing nets and flowers under a wide petal-lobed everted rim decorated with sailing boats alternating with seated figures and acanthus, the underside rendered with further reserves of insects, fruits and flowers

Bonhams. Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art including the Francine and Bernard Wald Collection of Fine Snuff Bottles, Part. New York, 17 March 2025