Lot 4061. A fine and rare Ming blue and white 'Mythical beasts' dish , Wanli six-character mark within double-circles and of the period (1573-1619), 10 in. (25.3 cm.) diam. Estimate HKD 120,000 - HKD 180,000. Price realised HKD 87,500. © Christie's Images Ltd 2012

The interior medallion is decorated in vivid blue with a lion, horses and mythical beasts including a qilin surrounded by a landscape of rockwork and trees. The well is encircled with six floral and fruit sprays, the reverse detailed with floral scrolls; Japanese box. 

Christie's. Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 30 May 2012, Hong Kong, HKCEC Grand Hall