A RHINOCEROS HORN LIBATION CUP - 17TH/18TH CENTURY

Finely carved and pierced depicting a group of figures in a boat floating in gentle waters in a tree-lined rocky riverscape scene, a large pine tree and rockwork forming the handle to one side, the horn of a rich darkish brown patina. 5 3/8 in. (13.6 cm.) high  - Estmate: £15,000 - £20,000  ($29,655 - $39,540)

CHRISTIE'S. FINE CHINESE CERAMICS AND WORKS OF ART INCLUDING EXPORT ART. 13 May 2008