A blue and white double-gourd vase, Wanli. Photo Bonhams.

The squared lower section painted with lotus blossoms issuing from curling vertical leafy stems beneath overlapping lingzhi fungus heads and spirals at the shoulder, the upper section similarly painted with lotus meanders beneath overlapping ruyi head. 46cm (18in) high. Estimate £6,000 - 8,000 (€7,300 - 9,700)

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE ART. London, New Bond Street, 15 May 2014 - www.bonhams.com