Lot 1243. A yellow jade figure of a boy and goose, Ming dynasty (1368-1644); 1¾ in. (4.3 cm.) high. Estimate USD 7,000 - USD 9,000. Price realised USD 50,000. © Christie's Images Ltd 2014

The yellow stone is carved as a seated boy holding a goose in front of him. His hair is dressed in three top knots and his face cast downward and smiling. The stone is of yellow tone with some grey and red inclusions.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, New York, 18 - 19 September 2014