A Chinese Transitional blue and white porcelain jar, mid-17th century, the barrel form body painted with two birds flying above and perched in bamboo beside butterflies flying about peonies, rocks and vapours, unmarked, height 27.5cm (drilled hole and star crack to base), together with a carved hardwood stand. Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.