Lot 12. An ivory and gourd cricket cage, 18th-19th century; 6 7/8 in. (17.2 cm.) high. Estimate £15,000 – £25,000 ($21,225 - $35,375). Price realised GBP 18,750. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016

The gourd is finely heat-engraved around the bulbous body with four five-clawed dragons and a flaming pearl amidst billowing clouds. The ivory rim is carved with the attributes of the eight Immortals and the cover is carved with the eight Buddhist Emblems, bajixiang, all below a hen with chicks within a tortoiseshell cage.