Lot 49. A pair of blue and white bowls, Kangxi period (1662-1722). Each 13.1cm (5 1/8in) diam. (4). Sold for £11,875 (€15,069). © Bonhams 2001-2016.

With gently sloping sides raising to a slightly everted rim, painted to the exterior in shades of cobalt blue with two leafy gnarled branches borne with prunus and peony blossoms, issued from reticulated rocks, separated by a pair of magpies in flight, the interior well similarly decorated with reticulated rocks issuing flowers and bamboo, with a floral band to the interior rim, wood stands. 

Provenance: a European private collection

Bonhams. AUCTION 23237: FINE CHINESE ART, LONDON, NEW BOND STREET