A fine ge-type glazed washer, Yongzheng Six-character seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1723-1735). Estimate HK$300,000-500,000 ($39,000-65,000). Unsold. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2015

The washer is well potted with wide flaring sides rising from a recessed base to an incurved rim, covered under an even glaze with dark brown crackles ending neatly above the foot revealing the purplish-brown dressed body. 6.5 in. (16.5 cm.) diam.

Christie's. THE PAVILION SALE - CHINESE CERAMICS & WORKS OF ART, 6 October 2015, 22nd Floor