Lot 11. A black and celadon jade figure of a cicada and a brown jade figure of a bird of prey, Ming dynasty or earlier; 7 and 5 cm, 2 3/4  and 2 in. Estimate 30,000 — 50,000 HKD. Lot sold 37,500 HKD (4,795 USD). © Sotheby's.

the stylised cicada with extensive black inclusions to one side; the flying bird detailed with incised plumage, rounded eyes and a pointed beak.

Provenance: Collection of Emil Hultmark (1872-1943), and thence by descent in the family.