An Unusual White-Glazed Reticulated Brush Pot. 18th Century. Photo: Christie's Images Ltd., 2011

cylindrical body pierced with an allover pattern of diagonally arranged wan diaper set between the thumb-grooved mouth and foot rims, covered with a glaze of milk-white color; 6 in. (15.2 cm.) high. Estimate $3,000 - $5,000

Provenance: Chait Galleries, New York.

The property of an American Collector.

Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art Part I & II,  15 - 16 September 2011. New York, Rockefeller Plazza www.christies.com