Lot 3509. A Yunnan-style carved cinnabar lacquer 'floral' circular box and cover, Ming dynasty, 16th century; 8 in. (20.1 cm.) diam. Estimate HKD 220,000 - HKD 280,000. Price Realized HKD 250,000. © Christie's Image Ltd 2014

The cover with gently rounded sides is shallowly carved in the central medallion with two large peony blooms surrounded by dense foliage, the sides similarly carved with four large blooms amidst lush leaves and tendrils, repeated on the sides of the box. The interior and base are lacquered black, Japanese wood box.

Provenance: A Japanese private collection, acquired in the Meiji period.

Christie's. The Imperial Sale / Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Hong Kong, 28 May 2014