A green jade recumbent boar, 18th-19th century. Photo courtesy Bonhams.

The double-nostril snout, eyes, ears, mouth, hooves, legs and tail of the swine incised from stone of cylindrical section and dark green hue mottled with icy inclusions and isolated black flecks. 3 1/2in (9cm) long. Sold for US$ 10,625 (€7,793)

Property from the Collection of Emmanuel Gran, by Descent

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE WORKS OF ART, San Francisco, 17 Dec 2013 - www.bonhams.com