Lot 300. A Mughal celadon jade box and cover, India, 18th-19th century; 15.5cm, 6 1/8 in. Estimate 20,000 — 30,000 GBP. Lot sold 27,500 GBP. © Sotheby's

the straight sides divided into twelve facets, carved in low relief with scrolling hibiscus above a chevron band, the domed cover similarly decorated with stylised floral sprays radiating from a stylised flowerhead with a gilt-metal centre, all bordered by a meandering floral scroll, the stone of a pale celadon tone suffused with snowflake-white and speckled black inclusions. 

Provenance: A Danish Royal Family Collection

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art, London, 14 May 2014