Chinese coral figural carving. Late Qing dynasty. Photo courtesy Freeman & Co

Carved to depict a child in traditional dress with one leg raised and bearing a peach bough. H: 4 3/4 in. Estimate $1,000-1,500

Piece glued to wood base; minor surface wear

Chinese coral snuff bottle. Qing dynasty. Photo courtesy Freeman & Co

Small bottle of sleeve vase form with birds and floral adornment; with carved turquoise lid. H: 2 1/4 in. Estimate $1,000-1,500

Samuel T. Freeman & Company. Fine & Decorative Asian Arts. 12 September 2010 www.freemansauction.com