Lot 1287. A rhinoceros horn libation cup, 17th-18th century; 7 3/16 in. (18.2 cm.) long, 276.7g. Estimate 20,000 - USD 30,000. Price realised USD 158,500. © Christie's Image Ltd 2010

Deeply carved on the exterior with intertwining branches of plum blossoms that rise from the base, which is formed by waves, and extend around the sides to form a bifurcated handle at one end, the interior carved as a large open flower with overlapping petals.

Provenance: From the collection of Ethel Gunton Douglas, acquired in the 1920s-30s.