Lot 139. A gold globular waterpot, 19th century. Estimate GBP 15,000 - GBP 20,000 (USD 18,690 - USD 24,920). Photo Christie's Images Ltd 2016.
The rounded waterpot is moulded to the sides with mythical winged animals amongst crashing waves and rocks. The base has an incised Kangxi four-character mark. 2 7/8 in.( 7.3 cm.) wide.
Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, 8 November 2016, London, King Street