A Chinese export porcelain monteith bowl, probably 18th century

the exterior barrel-shaped, painted with flowering trees, the ends applied with feline heads, formerly supporting rings, raised on claw and ball feet, two re-stuck, the interior painted with fishes and shellfish, one section of rim re-stuck, another missing. 30 by 54 cm. Estimate 2,000—3,000 EUR - Lot Sold 51,150 EUR

Sotheby's. Property from Royal and Noble Families. 17 Dec 08. Amsterdam. photo courtesy Sotheby's. www.sothebys.com