A rhinoceros horn 'Lotus Leaf' libation cup. Qing dynasty, 17th18th century. Photo Sotheby"s

carved in delicate detail as a bundle of reeds, lotus leaves and blossoms, one large leaf with characteristic veining on the interior and exterior forming the cup, the stems bent upwards and forming the openwork base and handle, the horn of an amber color darkening towards the base of the cup. Length 5 1/4 in., 13.4 cm. Estimate 150,000-250,000 USD

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art. New York | 20 Mar 2012 www.sotheby's.com