Lot 3365. A finely carved boxwood lotus pod, Qing dynasty, 18th-19th century; 4 in. (10.2 cm.) long. Estimate HKD 50,000 - HKD 80,000. Price Realized HKD 62,500. © Christie's Images Ltd 2013 

Naturalistically carved in imitiation of a lotus pod growing on a short stalk with loose lotus seeds contained within their small compartments. The exterior of the lotus pod is uneven and of a wrinkled contour.