A blue and white mallet-shaped vase, Kangxi

Finely painted around the exterior with a continuous riverscape scene of a lone fisherman surrounded by high peaks and rocky outcrops, the tall neck painted with a chilong holding a kite, surrounded by flame scrolls. 25.3cm (10in) high. Sold for £9,360

Provenance: Douglas J K Wright Ltd., London, label, purchased in the 1970s
An English private collection

Bonhams. Fine Chinese Art, 14 May 2009. New Bond Street www.bonhams.com