Lot 8062. A large blue and white jar, Wanli period (1573-1619); 14 1/4in (36.2cm) high. Estimate US$ 4,000 - 6,000 (€ 3,200 - 4,800). Unsold. © Bonhams 2001-2018

Of ovoid shape, supported on an unglazed recessed foot, the rounded shoulders rising to a wide metal-mounted neck, painted around the exterior with four ogival panels enclosing flowering plants, below four panels enclosing a peach branch and floral sprigs, all separated from each other by straps and floral buckles reserved against a wan-fret ground, the base encircled with a lappet band.

Note: A similar example sold at Sotheby's, London, 9 November 2016, lot 239.

A large blue and white jar, Ming dynasty, Wanli period (1573-1619); 40 cm, 15 3/4  in. Sold for 6,250 GBP at Sotheby's, London, 9 November 2016, lot 239. Photo Sotheby's.

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