A white and russet nephrite snuff bottle, 18th-19th century. Photo Bonhams.

Of flattened meiping form, with a flat, everted lip, and a flat oval foot, the interior well-hollowed, the exterior carved in high relief with a chi dragon climbing the side of the vase, the russet skin highlighting the dragon's body. 2 7/8in (7.3cm) high. Estimate US$ 10,000 - 15,000 (€7,200 - 11,000)

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