A blue and white deep bowl - Late Ming Dynasty

Of lotus bud form with the deep curving well tapering to a convex point on the recessed base within the foot ring, painted with vigorously drawn outline and wash on the exterior to form lotus petals rising to a wide band of ruyi and ogival lappets while the interior displays an elaborate rosette surrounded by a key-fret border (minor rim chips, glaze worn). 7 3/4in (19.5cm) diameter - Estimate: $6,000 - 8,000

Bonhams. Fine Asian Works of Art, 18 Dec 2007. 220 San Bruno Avenue, San Francisco, California