Lot 655. A small rhinoceros horn 'Tree Trunk' libation cup, Qing Dynasty, 17th-18th century; 8.4 cm., 3 1/4 in. Estimate 200,000 — 300,000 HKD. Lot sold 475,000 USD (61,266 USD). Photo Sotheby's

the exterior carved with an irregular knotty surface resembling a tree trunk, the interior with smooth yet well defined ridges, the chocolate-brown horn lightening to a warm caramel tone towards the rim, wood stand.

Sotheby's. Playthings From The Collection of Edward T. Chow Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Collections Chinese Art Through the Eye of Sakamoto Gor - Asian Lacquer, Hong Kong, 27 may 2014