Lot 2145. A blue and white cylindrical vase, Kangxi period (1662-1722); 10 3/8 in. (26.3 cm.) high. Estimate USD 4,000 - USD 6,000. Price Realized USD 10,625. © Christie's Images Ltd 2014. 

The sides are encircled by four bands variously decorated with foliate motifs and striding dragons reserved in white on a blue ground, between borders of demi-diaper above the foot and below the neck, which is decorated with a band of upright, overlapping leaves.

Property from the Jacob and Mary Stein Collection.

Provenance: Sir William H. Bennett Collection.
W. Dickinson & Son, London.
Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York, January 1989.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, New York, 20 - 21 March 2014