A thumbprint agate snuff bottle, 1750-1880. Photo Bonhams.

Of compressed ovoid form with a flat lip and wide mouth, with a concave foot, the interior well-hollowed, the stone with tones of garnet, white and grey, each side bearing an attractive pattern of concentric rings; 2in (3.1cm) high. Estimate US$ 2,000 - 3,000 (€1,400 - 2,200)

Property from the Collection of Emmanuel Dimitri Gran (1894-1969)

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