A nephrite snuff bottle, 1740-1840. Photo Bonhams

Of compressed form, with a flat, wide lip and an oval foot rim surrounding a flat foot, the interior well-hollowed, the stone of pebble material, with russet and chocolate inclusions. 2 ½in (6.3cm) high. Estimate US$ 4,000 - 6,000 (€2,900 - 4,300)

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