A blue and white bottle vase, Kangxi six-character mark within a double circle and of the period (1662-1722). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014.

The body is of globular form with a neck in the form of a gu vase. The main body is decorated with a group of equestrians hunting rabbits. The neck has a central band of roundels containing ladies reserved on geometric grounds, between further figures in exterior scenes. 16 ¼ in. (41.2 cm.) high. Estimate £60,000 – £80,000 ($100,740 - $134,320)

Provenance: With Marchant & Son, London.

Christie's. FINE CHINESE CERAMICS AND WORKS OF ART, 13 May 2014, London, King Street - http://www.christies.com/