A blue and white bottle vase. Transitional period, circa 1630-1650. Photo Christie's Image Ltd, 2011

The globular body surmounted by a tall knopped neck, painted in cobalt blue tones with a scene depicting several figures at leisure within a terraced courtyard, below a band of leafy floral sprays, the neck with leafy long-stemmed tulip flowers and further stylised leaf motifs; 14¼ in. (36.2 cm.) high  Estimate ££10,000 - £15,000.  Price Realized £12,500

明末／清初   約1630-1650年   青花人物圖瓶

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