Lot 669. A blue and white brushpot, Qing dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722). Estimate 8,000 — 12, USD. Lot sold 47,500 USD. Photo: Sotheby's.  

of cylindrical form, the straight sides rising from a slightly concave base with a small countersunk center, deftly painted around the exterior with a continuous scene depicting a seated dignitary receiving an official, flanked by attendants and soldiers and set in an open pavilion, wood stand (2). Diameter 6 1/4  in., 15.9 cm

Provenance: Collection of Sir Anthony Hastings George KCMG (1886-1944).