A celadon jade carving of a mountain with figures, 19th century. Photo Bonhams.

Finely and deeply carved on both sides, the front depicting a figure in a skiff before a waterfall issuing from a cave, overhung by craggy cliffs and gnarled pines, the peaks dotted with pavilions, the stone of even light green tone, with a silk covered stand. 8 3/4in (22cm) long. Estimate US$ 40,000 - 60,000 (€29,000 - 43,000

Provenance: Private New York collection
formerly in a Japanese private collection
Property of a Private New York Collection.

Bonhams.CHINESE ART FROM THE SCHOLAR'S STUDIO. 17 Mar 2014, New York - www.bonhams.com