A carnelian agate recumbent 'Buddhist lion' water dropper and cover, Late Ming dynasty. Photo Bonhams.

Its thick neck with head turned left and a ferocious facial expression framed by curly mane, surmounted by a circular cover in the form of a ball of yarn, a small playful Buddhist lion cub at the side ready to pounce on the ball, wood stand. 7cm wide. (3). Estimate HK$ 50,000 - 80,000 (€4,800 - 7,600)

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE CERAMICS AND WORKS OF ART. Hong Kong. 24 Nov 2013 14:00 CST