Lot 11. A doucai 'Dragon' meiping, Qing dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722); 34 cm, 13 3/8  in. Estimate 20,000 — 30,000 GBP. Lot sold 47,500 £ (54,402 €). © Sotheby's.

the tapering body rising from a spreading recessed base to a round shoulder and surmounted by a narrow waisted neck with lipped rim, boldly painted to the exterior with two five-clawed dragons writhing amongst flame scrolls in pursuit of flaming pearls, their mouths open to reveal their sharp fangs, the body covered with green scales.

Sotheby's. Important Chinese Art, London, 08 Nov 2018, 10:30 AM