A guan-type crackle-glazed lobed bowl, Qianlong underglaze-blue four-character seal mark and of the period (1736-1795). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014.

The bowl is formed with deep rounded lobed sides, supported on a short straight foot. The glaze is of a creamy bluish-grey tone with irregular crackles. 4 ? in. (11.7 cm.) diam. Estimate £10,000 – £15,000 ($16,880 - $25,320)

Provenance: Christie's London, 14 May 2013, lot 250.

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