Lot 3. A Large Full-Tip Rhinoceros Horn Carving, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century;  68.5cm., 27in., long. Estimate 15,000—25,000 GBP. Lot sold 39,650 GBP. Photo courtesy Sotheby's 2008

densley carved and pierced the full length of the horn from the tip to the rim with figures amidst blossoming magnolia and pine trees ascending towards the 'Immortals Paradise', where the 'Queen Mother of the West' is being drawn in her charriot amidst swirling clouds around the rim, the horn of rich toffee tone, wood stand. the horn.

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art. 05 Nov 08. London.