Lot 731. A rare wucai square censer, 17th century; 4 ½ in. (11.4 cm.) wide. Estimate USD 15,000 - USD 18,000. Price realised USD 32,500. © Christie's Images Ltd 2018

The square body is decorated on each side in vibrant tones of green, red and blue enamels with immortals, each holding his attributes. The body is supported on a high shouldered base of conforming form, pierced on each side with three quatrefoil apertures, surrounded by delicate flower scroll, and raised on four outcurved feet. An apocryphal Chenghua mark in iron red is inscribed on the mouth rim, gilt-metal cover, mixed-metal cover, Japanese wood box.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 22 - 23 March 2018, New York