Lot 3767. A cinnabar lacquer 'grapes and pomegranates' box and cover, Qing dynasty, 18th century; diameter 8.6 cm., 3 3/8  in. Estimate 100,000 — 150,000 HKD. Lot sold 112,500 HKD (12,933 EUR). Photo: Sotheby's

of compressed circular form, the domed cover carved through the red lacquer in relief with plump grapes borne on coiling vines and broad furled leaves and the exterior of the box with pomegranates among blooms, two fruits with skins bursting to reveal seeds, lacquered black on the interior.

Sotheby's. Important Chinese Art, Hong Kong, 07 Oct 2015