A rare white coral 'melon' box and cover, 18th-19th century. Photo courtesy Bonhams.

The creamy white coral with some fine striations and dark specks, carved as a melon surrounded by twisting leafy and floral branches and divided to form and box and cover. 9cm (3½in) long (2). Sold for £5,250 (€6,297)

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE ART. London, New Bond Street. 7 Nov 2013 - www.bonhams.com