Lot 2. A celadon-glazed 'Lotus' dish, Qianlong four-character seal mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1736-1795). Estimation: USD 3,000 - 5,000. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016

The dish is molded in shallow relief on the interior with four rows of lotus petals radiating from a central pod towards the foliate rim. The dish is covered overall in a pale sea-foam-green glaze. 9 ½ (24.1 cm.) diam. There is fine black specking to both sides, particularly to underside, which is adherent to manufacture - a few iron spots - pin prick holes on the rim.

Christie's on line. The Art of China.