A wucai baluster jar and a cover. 17th century

The jar painted with four lozenge-shaped cartouches, each enclosing a fish swimming amongst weeds and flowers, against a trefoil ground, with a classic scroll at the shoulder, the neck with auspicious symbols, the cover painted with two further symbols against red swirls and scrolling vine (cover restored). 36.2cm (14¼in) high. (2). Estimate: £3,000 - 5,000. Copyright © 2002-2008 Bonhams 1793 Ltd.,Images and Text All Rights Reserved

Bonhams. Fine Chinese Art, 6 Nov 2008. New Bond Street - www.bonhams.com