Lot 265. A small rhinoceros horn 'linzhi' libation cup, 17th-18th century, 9.5cm (3 3/4in) long. Estimate £4,000 - 6,000 (€4,700 - 7,100). Photo: Bonhams.

Well carved in the shape of a lingzhi fungus, decorated in relief with bamboo stalks and lingzhi spray forming the handles, extending to a large lingzhi fungus forming the base of the cup, the horn of an attractive amber tone.

Provenance: an English private collection, and thence by descent 

Note: A related rhinoceros horn 'magnolia and lingzhi' libation cup, 18th century, was sold in these rooms, 7 November 2013, lot 90.

Bonhams. FINE CHINESE ART, 11 May 2017, 11:00 BST, LONDON, NEW BOND STREET