Lot 319. Two blue and white elephant kendi, Ming dynasty, Wanli period (1573-1620); 20cm., 7 7/8 in. Estimate 20,000 — 30,000 GBP. Lot sold 32,500 GBP. Photo: Sotheby’s

each modelled with its head thrust into the air, the tusks forming a double-spout, a tall cylindrical vase on its back forming the handle, its tasselled saddle painted to both sides with a horse. Quantité: 2.

Sotheby’s. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Londres | 05 nov. 2014, 10:00 AM