A small white jade cylindrical 'pine and crane' brush pot, Qianlong period (1736-1795). Estimate £15,000 - £25,000 ($22,620 - $37,700). Price Realized £103,300 ($155,776). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2015

The skilfully hollowed vessel is intricately carved with a continuous rocky landscape scene, depicting a crane standing on one leg, with its head turned towards another crane in flight. The irregular gaps between the rocks reveal a tall pine tree, a natural spring, and a flowing stream. The semi-translucent stone is of an even pale tone. 3 1/8 in. (8 cm.) high, wood stand, fitted box.

Provenance: With Bluett & Sons, London, 1952, no. 107.
From a private English collection.

Christie's. FINE CHINESE CERAMICS & WORKS OF ART, 10 November 2015, London, King Street