Lot 901. A Blue and White 'Hundred Boys' Box and Cover, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period (1662-1722). Diameter 4 1/2  in., 11.4 cm. Estimate 4,000 — 6,000 USD. Lot sold 4,375 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.

of circular form, painted overall with fine, detailed 'pencil' drawing in cobalt blue, the cover centered by a medallion with a boy riding a qilin, accompanied by boys bearing banners, the sides of the box and cover with boys engaged in various pursuits including playing chess and dancing (2).

Provenance: Collection of Warren E. Cox (1895-1977), (according to label).
Imperial Oriental Art, New York..

Sotheby's.  Important Chinese Art, New York, 11 september 2019