A collection of chinese blue and white porcelain, Transitional

A blue and white porcelain elephant-form kendi. Transitional

The pachyderm's shortened tusks forming a double spout to either side of its diminutive trunk, a flower-decorated neck rising from the center of its back covered with fringed blanket hanging between tasseled harness fittings, the slightly concave base unglazed.. 8 5/8in (22cm) high. Estimate: $6,000 - 8,000

A large blue and white jar. Transitional

Heavily potted, its curving body painted in grayish-blue under a layer of clear glaze within eiight panels of butterflies and seasonal flower by rocks, between lingzhi heads and a band filled with simple lines forming geometric patterns, the neck painted with classic lotus flowers and leaf scrolls, the base left unglazed. 19in (48.3cm) high. Estimate: $4,000 - 6,000

A blue and white porcelain octagonal-sectioned vase. Transitional

Painted in pale shades of cobalt with a saw-tooth band to the neck, lotus lappets around the curving shoulder and a continuous landscape setting for a sage meeting an official attended by fan bearers, all above a stiff leaf band rising from the foot.. 11 5/8in 29.5cm). Estimate: $3,000 - 5,000

A large blue and white porcelain brush pot. Transitional

Of cylindrical form and painted to the exterior with a continuous landscape peopled with beauties, scholars and travelers as well as a twenty-five character inscription with two-character signature, the flat base unglazed.. 7 1/2in (19cm) high. Estimate: $1,000 - 1,500

Bonhams. Fine Asian Works of Art, 29 Jun 2009. 220 San Bruno Avenue, San Francisco www.bonhams.com