A carnelian agate 'tree-trunk' carving, 18th century. Photo Bonhams.

Worked in the form of two naturalistic hollowed tree stumps, encircled by an aquatic scene of narcissus blossoms and other foliage including peaches issuing from gnarled leafy branches, lingzhi, bamboo and two cranes standing atop rockwork facing each other. 12.7cm high. Estimate HK$ 70,000 - 95,000 (€6,700 - 9,100)

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