A rare soapstone ‘Phoenix’ group, Qing dynasty, 18th century - Sothebys

the pebble intricately carved in the form of two phoenix lying recumbent on scrolling clouds, each with finely incised long tail feathers terminating in delicate curls, the stone of a rich golden caramel tone mottled with purple-red and vermilion inclusions, stained ivory stand. Quantité: 2 - 9cm., 3 1/2 in. Estimation: 30,000 - 50,000 GBP

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art. London | 15 mai 2013 www.sothebys.com