Four underglaze blue and overglaze iron red, green, black and gilt-painted Rolwagens. Qing dynasty, 19th century

each cylindrical body painted with two large panels depicting sprays of chrysanthemum and poppy, together with another underglaze blue and overglaze polychrome painted Rolwagen, the two panels depicting a bird perched on a flowering branch and small insects, minor restorations and chips. each 27.5cm. high. Estimate 4,000—6,000 EUR

Sotheby's. Furniture, Clocks, Silver, Ceramics and Decorative Arts. 29 Oct 08. Amsterdam. Photo courtesy Sotheby's. www.sothebys.com