A Very Large Pair Of Famille Verte Baluster Vases and Covers, Kangxi Period

Each lobed, slightly flattened baluster body decorated with panels enclosing birds and landscapes, mythical beasts or flowers, mythical creature cartouches on the shoulder and 'antiques' encircling the neck, unusual biscuit knops in the form of woven rope balls. 23 5/8 and 24 3/8 in. (60 and 62 cm.) high (4). Estimate $20,000 - $30,000

Christie's. Chinese Export Porcelain. 21 January 2009. New York, Rockefeller Plaza. Photo: Christie's Images Ltd 2009. www.christies.com