Lot 8. An aloeswood reticulated 'orchid and lingzhi' plaque, 18th-19th century; 5.5cm (2 1/4in) high x 4cm (1/2in) wide. Sold for HK$ 53,550 (€ 5,691). © Bonhams. 

Of rectangular form, the jianan aloeswood plaque intricately carved in openwork on both sides with lingzhi fungus and orchid amidst scrolling leaves within an archaistic chi dragon board, box.

Note: The plaque belongs to a group of accessories made of aloeswood for the ladies, consorts and concubines in the Imperial court. See a related aloeswood 'lotus' plaque, Qianlong period in the Palace Museum, Beijing, illustrated in Jewellery and Accessories of The Royal Consorts of Ching Dynasty, Hong Kong, 1992, no.306.