Qing dynasty (1644-1912), probably 18th century, porcelain bowl hand painted in underglaze blue with three figures in lush landscape to center well, two bands of flora with scrolling vine decoration encircle the central roundel, exterior sides painted with branches, underside has kiln grit to foot and painted with two blue circles, retains a Christie's sticker to underside.

3 3/4 in., 14 1/4 in. diameter

Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina

Christie's, June 21-22, 1999, Lot 2416.

Extensive restoration and repainting over majority of bowl; some chips to foot rim.