Lot 65. A rare blue and white 'dragon' jar, Xuande six-character mark in underglaze blue and of the period (1426-1435). Estimate GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000 (USD 74,760 - USD 99,680). Photo Christie's Images Ltd 2016.

The exterior of the jar is boldly painted with a large dragon holding a lingzhi spray in its mouth, below the six-character mark to the shoulder and a band of humanoid monster masks surrounding the mouth. 13 ¾ in. (35 cm.) high.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 8 November 2016, London, King Street