A white and russet nephrite snuff bottle, 1776 or 1836. Photo Bonhams.

Of natural pebble form, the interior well-hollowed, with one side carved in low relief with a wild orchid growing from a vertical cliff face, with a six character inscription in relief reading Bingshen Juyue Xing zuo (1776/1836, the chrysanthemum month, Xing created), the stone an even white tone with russet streaks. 2 1/2in (6.5cm) high. Estimate US$ 6,000 - 8,000 (€4,300 - 5,800)

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