Lot 388. A wucai baluster jar and cover, Shunzhi period (1644-1661); 14 ½ in. (37 cm.) high. Estimate GBP 5,000 - GBP 7,000. Price realised GBP 9,375. © Christie's Images Ltd 2014

The exterior of the body is decorated in vivid shades of green, aubergine, red and yellow to depict dragons amongst large lotus flowers with scrolling leaves. The shoulder is painted with a band of ruyi-heads, with the neck decorated with peony sprays. The top of the cover is painted with further flower heads, surmounted by a finial shaped as a lotus bud. 

Provenance: Formerly in a private French collection.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, London, 13 May 2014