A Blue And White Brushpot, Transitional

finely painted with a sword wealding warrior attacking and slaying goats, watched over by an Immortal in the clouds, the reverse side with mountainous rockwork and foliage obscured by passing clouds, the rim and base edge with incised anhua decoration -- 6in. (15.3cm.) high. Estimate £2,000 - £3,000 ($3,170 - $4,755) - Price Realized £ 5,250 ($ 8,232)

Christie's. Chinese Art. 7 November 2008. London, South Kensington. Image Christies LTD 2008. www.christie's.com