A blue and white brush pot, bitong. Transitional period, circa 1630-50. Photo Christie's Image Ltd, 2011

Of tall cylindrical form rising to a flaring rim, painted to the exterior in tones of cobalt blue depicting a scholar with attendants, one attendant holding a canopy and another offering tea, with bannerman standing to the side, the base unglazed; 8 7/8 in. (22.7 cm.) high. Estimate ££10,000 - £15,000.  Price Realized ££21,250

明末／清初   約1630-1650年   青花人物圖筆筒

Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 8 November 2011; London, King Street www.christies.com