Miniature green glazed pottery model of a water well with steps. Originally a wooden hoisting mechanism which has disintegrated long ago was fixed in the two rectangular holes in the top. The well dates from the Ming period (1368 – 1644). Length 14 cm. Width including steps 10.6 cm. Width excluding steps 7 cm. Height 4.8 cm. THIS ITEM WAS SOLD AT AUCTION IN 2022.