Lot 33. A pair of yellow-glazed 'dragon' saucer-dishes, Tongzhi six-character marks and of the period (1862-1874). Each 13.7cm (5 3/8in) diam. Estimate £5,000 - 8,000 (€6,000 - 9,700). Sold for £ 6,250 (€ 7,015). © Bonhams.

Each finely incised in the central medallion with two writhing five-clawed dragons in pursuit of a flaming pearl amid fire scrolls, the exterior of each with four cranes in flight alternating with four cloud scrolls, all covered in a rich yellow glaze.   

Provenance: a European private collection

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE ART. London, New Bond Street, 15 May 2014