Lot 3006. A large flambé-glazed vase, Qianlong incised six-character seal mark and of the period (1736-1795); 16 7/8 in. (43 cm.) high. Estimate HKD 1,500,000 - HKD 1,800,000. Price realised HKD 2,500,000. © Christie's Images Ltd 2018

The broad-shouldered, tapering body is applied with a pair of butterfly-form handles with fixed rings, and is covered overall in a characteristic rich, cherry-red toned glaze suffused with lavender and blue striations.